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Burn ban lifted for 30 counties in Western North Carolina as conditions begin to improve
RALEIGH — Effective at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 22, the N.C. Forest Service has lifted a ban on all open burning…
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Burn ban issued for 16 additional counties in Western North Carolina due to hazardous forest fire conditions
UPDATE – The Watauga County Fire Marshal's Office and the Town of Boone have also issued burn bans. For more…
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N.C. Forest Service urging the public to think ahead, be cautious with outdoor fire
RALEIGH – As North Carolina transitions to the fall, the N.C. Forest Service is reminding the public to be careful, ready…
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Keep your eyes peeled for the fall cankerworm this year
There are many types of forests in North Carolina, each representing a unique forest community with a distinct set of…
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Forest management and practice plans, cost share assistance available to Avery County landowners
NEWLAND – Private landowners play a critical role in keeping forests healthy and growing, with 77% of timberland in Avery…
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N.C. Forest Service offer programs and services to help Avery County landowners manage woodlands
RALEIGH – Over half of North Carolina’s private forestland is owned by individuals and families, collectively making them the largest…
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Burn ban lifted for all North Carolina counties as conditions improve
RALEIGH – The N.C. Forest Service has lifted a ban on all open burning effective at noon Monday, Dec. 13,…
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Burn ban issued for all North Carolina counties due to hazardous forest fire conditions
RALEIGH – Due to increased fire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and…
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Watauga County residents encouraged to keep an eye out for emerald ash borer
RALEIGH – Last summer, emerald ash borer (EAB) was found in Watauga County for the first time. Residents should be…
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North Carolina Forest Service urges residents to think safety in spring wildfire season
RALEIGH – The N.C. Forest Service is urging North Carolina residents to think safety and exercise extra caution when burning…
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