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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, 2018 – 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, 2018 – 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, 2018 – 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, 2018 – Visitors to the Nantahala and Pisgah National Forests have experienced an increasing number of encounters…
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