Wildfires Burn Over 12,000 Acres in the Carolinas, Forcing Evacuations

Firefighters face challenges containing major blazes fueled by dry conditions, high winds, and debris from Hurricane Helene.

The Black Cove and Deep Woods fires in North Carolina have burned a combined 6,283 acres, with containment progress at 17% and 11%, respectively.
The Table Rock Fire in South Carolina has grown to 4,556 acres and remains 0% contained, prompting mandatory evacuations in Pickens County.
Dry weather, low humidity, and strong winds are exacerbating the wildfire crisis, with no significant rainfall expected until late in the weekend.
Debris from 2024's Hurricane Helene is fueling the fires and hindering firefighting efforts, with millions of fallen trees acting as tinder.
States of emergency and burn bans are in effect across both North and South Carolina as additional firefighting resources are deployed from other states.