RALEIGH – Due to increased fire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide effective 8 a.m. Friday, March 21, until further notice.

“It is spring wildfire season in North Carolina, and we are seeing wildfire activity increase due to dry conditions,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “With these ongoing conditions, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Cypress Pointe Fire/Rescue was dispatched to the 1200 block of Cypress Church Road on Wednesday for an outside fire that had escaped from a controlled burn.
The fire was in a wooded area that was difficult to access by the fire department, this area is also on the back side of the Woodlake Community.
Fire command utilized natural breaks such as dirt and paved roads to limit the fires travel. Additional ... (Full Story & Photos)

In the past four days, CPFR has responded to four outdoor fires—each caused by open burning. Despite recent rain, conditions remain dry enough for fires to spread quickly.

We urge you to delay burning whenever possible. If you must burn, ensure:
✅ There is no wind
✅ Humidity levels are higher
✅ A water source is readily available
✅ There is ample clearance from combustible materials

Taking these ... (Full Story & Photos)

Please stay safe and be mindful of the conditions. For more info, visit the NC Forestry website. Stay safe! 🔥

Town of Vass, NC Town of Cameron... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday CPFR was dispatched to a vehicle fire on U.S.1 By-Pass in Vass, initially with an unconfirmed location. The original dispatch was for south of the Vass Main Street intersection. As additional information was received the dispatch center rebroadcast the location as north of the intersection.
As Engine 211 and Tanker 216 arrived they located a pick-up truck fully involved and initial attack ... (Full Story & Photos)