Statewide burn ban to be lifted in NC
- North Carolina Forest Service lifted a statewide burn ban effective April 2 at 8 a.m.
- Hazardous forest fire conditions prompted the initial burn ban that started on March 21.
- Recent rainfall helped reduce fire danger and improve wildfire conditions across the state.
- Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler stated the rain reduced fire danger.
- Residents must obtain valid permits for burning, and restrictions apply within 100 feet of dwellings.
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Burn ban lifted for all North Carolina counties as conditions improve
“However, we are still in the midst of spring wildfire season and our recent wildfire activity, especially in western North Carolina, is a reminder to remain vigilant about burning safely and responsibly.”

Burn permits available in North Carolina; 3 teens arrested in South Carolina
(The Center Square) – Burning permits became available and the ban from burning covering all 100 North Carolina counties was lifted Wednesday, the same day three teens were arrested in South Carolina related to the Table Rock fire near Pickens.
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