Wildfire in Bat Cave Road, Old Fort, North Carolina

An out-of-control wildfire is burning in the Bat Cave Road area in Old Fort, North Carolina, leading to evacuations. Increased fire danger until Wednesday afternoon due to wind gusts, low humidity, and dry fuel.

Wildfire Risk in the American West

There is an above average wildfire potential for vast areas of the American West this summer, with record temperatures and dry conditions leading to increased fire danger.