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Revised Nantahala and Pisgah forest plan released
ASHEVILLE, NC – The National Forests in North Carolina has released the Nantahala and Pisgah National Forests’ revised forest plan…
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Prescribed burns planned on the Grandfather Ranger District to reduce wildfire risk and improve forest health
Nebo, NC, February 4, 2022 – The U.S. Forest Service is planning five prescribed burns on the Grandfather Ranger District this…
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Grandfather RD: Old House Gap Rd (FS192) closed starting 6/28
The southern end of Old House Gap Road (FSR #192) between Roseboro Road (FSR #981) and Old House Gap Orchard…
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Overmountain Shelter on Pisgah National Forest in Avery County closed until further notice due to structural damage
Mars Hill, NC – September 4, 2019 – In order to protect public safety, the Appalachian Ranger District has closed the Overmountain…
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Forest Service: Linville Gorge Wildfire 100% Contained
Nebo, NC – April 30, 2019 – Firefighters were successful in direct suppression efforts to contain the Brushy Ridge Fire,…
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Firefighters Responding to Wildfire in Linville Gorge
UPDATE Tuesday, April 30 – The fire is now 100% contained. More information at this link. Nebo, NC – April…
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National Forests in North Carolina Assesses Damage from Hurricane Florence
Asheville, NC, September 19, 2018Â –Â The U.S. Forest Service is currently assessing the damage to public lands and facilities across the…
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National Forests In North Carolina To Temporarily Close Some Roads Ahead Of Hurricane Florence
Asheville, NC, September 13, 2018Â –Â The U.S. Forest Service, Forest Supervisor, having closely tracked the forecast models of Hurricane Florence, has…
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National Forests In North Carolina To Close Campgrounds And Offices Ahead of Hurricane Florence
Asheville, NC, September 12, 2018Â –Â The U.S. Forest Service, Forest Supervisor, having closely tracked the forecast models of Hurricane Florence, has…
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U.S. Forest Service Proposes Requirement For Overnight Campers In Some Areas To Use Bear Resistant Food Containers
Asheville, NC, August 14, 2018Â – Visitors to the Nantahala and Pisgah National Forests have experienced an increasing number of encounters…
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