McDawell County, North Carolina -Near the town of North Carolina, which was devastated by Hurricane Helen, at least three mountain fires ignited.
As of Thursday morning, the bent creek fire in McDawell County burns estimated 250 acres and is now 55 %. The urgent crew stated that as the wind was reduced, the relative humidity increased, and the fire activity decreased, it has made a major progress overnight.
The affected area evacuation orders are canceled and residents can safely return home. The rescue workers will remain on the spot throughout the day to monitor the situation and secure further containment of the fire.
There were no reported injuries or deaths. However, one house had been damaged and several buildings were destroyed.
McDowell County Emergency Management Office stated that the fire began on a tree on a fallen power line, and a steep breeze driven the flame of this area.
“The urgent management of this county said that Helen was cut out of trees and dried brushes. This is challenging for many of these firefighters.”
On Wednesday afternoon, two more fires began in the north of Marion, North Carolina. According to MCDOWELL COUNTY emergency management, neither fire has evacuated.
The North Carolina State Bureau warned residents on Wednesday that it would be ideal for the weather of fire but should be improved in the evening. The low humidity and the wind winds create a mixture that is optimal for rapid fire spread.
The latest reports from the US drought monitor showed an abnormal dry area in one of the moderate or serious drought.
According to the state estimation, the remnants of the hurricane in September have destroyed or destroyed more than 70,000 houses. In North Carolina, the total rainfall was 30 inches, and many communities around Ashville were completely blocked by the first respondents.
Cyclones are not only the most expensive, but also the most fatal one of the season, lost more than 200 lives.
