The Smokehouse Creek fire is a stark reminder of the ongoing wildfire risk that threatens communities, property, and lives ...

A high fire danger warning has been issued Friday morning until next week. According to McDowell County Emergency Management, residents are being asked to ...

The combination of dry fuels and gusty winds will lead to an increased danger of wildfires across western North Carolina.

The wildfire burning north of Marion has expanded to an estimated 52 acres, with containment currently at 90%, the U.S. Forest Service confirmed on Feb. 26.

Firefighters in McDowell County made progress in containing the Armstrong fire Wednesday, which is now 52 acres and 90% ...

Multiple agencies are working to contain a wildfire burning in McDowell County, officials said Tuesday.The fire is located ...

McDowell County firefighter Steve Lytle will be laid to rest. A funeral service will happen at 1 p.m. at Nebo Crossing Church ...

Lytle, 49, spent 17 years at the helm of Crooked Creek, in McDowell County, before stepping down to assistant chief last year ...