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Federal fire restrictions in effect for South Carolina forests

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCBD) -- The U.S. Forest Service has issued new outdoor burning restrictions as dry conditions and gusty winds continue to fuel wildfires across the state. A closure on all fire-related activity in the Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests went into effect on March 26 and will continue until further notice, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. SC Forestry crews respond to fire near Pineville Officials said …

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Francis Marion, Sumter National Forests issue forest closures for fire restictions

The Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests issued a forest-wide closure on all fire-related activity based on the extreme fire danger.

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Federal fire restrictions in effect for South Carolina forests

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCBD) -- The U.S. Forest Service has issued new outdoor burning restrictions as dry conditions and gusty winds continue to fuel wildfires across the state. A closure on all fire-related activity in the Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests went into effect on March 26 and will continue until further notice, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. SC Forestry crews respond to fire near Pineville Officials said …

·Charleston, United States
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Fire officials warn of consequences for ignoring South Carolina burn ban

NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WJBF)- A burn ban is still in effect for the entire Palmetto State as firefighters continue to battle brush fires. South Carolina issued two separate burn bans in March, something the South Carolina Forestry Commission (SCFC) said is rare. The second one went into effect March 21st until further notice, and they say it's imperative that people comply with the ban. "Even something very small, like an ember can travel so far a…

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USDA Forest Service implements campfire ban across Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

The USDA Forest Service has announced a campfire ban across the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in response to heightened fire risks caused by prolonged dry conditions, including weeks of high winds and low humidity. This Forest-wide restriction is aimed at further minimizing the risk of human-caused wildfires in the area. The ban is effective immediately as of March 27, 2025, and will remain in place until further notice. Under this Stage …

·Habersham County, United States
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WJBF broke the news in on Thursday, March 27, 2025.
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