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After Hurricane Helene, North Carolina Towns Now Battle Wildfires

By James Meyers

 

At least three wildfires have ignited in North Carolina towns that were previously ravaged by Hurricane Helene. 

As of Thursday morning, the Crooked Creek Fire in McDowell County has burned an estimated 250 acres and is 55% contained.

According to emergency crews, they have made significant progress overnight as winds went down significantly and relative humidity increased, which led to less fire activity.

Meanwhile, there have been no confirmed injuries or fatalities. However, one home has sustained damage, and multiple buildings have been destroyed, according to fire officials.

The fire was started by a tree on a downed power line, and gusty winds helped increase the flames in the area, according to McDowell County of Emergency Management…

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