Full Notification

As of now there are NO homes in Broad River FD Shumont area in danger and there are NO evacuations being conducted. Please rest assured that a Broad River FD member will be the one who will contact those we serve should evacuations be needed.
The Chimney Rock Park fire is still not contained and is still approaching the Shumont area. Regarding time frame of it reaching the top is only an educated guess being within the next 72 hours. If evacuations are needed every effort will be made to notify those affected within 12 to 24 hours. The main area of concern for BRFD right now is Old Apple Wagon and Sacred Way. FD personnel will be primarily in this area tomorrow morning clearing combustibles and debris away from the structures. I apologize in advance for any vegetation that personnel feel must be removed. Our priority is saving lives and preventing loss of homes. We will make every effort to work hand in hand with the owner if they are present. Our goal is to ensure the homes are defendable if the fire approaches.
PLEASE do not panic if you see firefighters or forest service in a hurry to reach a particular area. These men and women are working long hours to do everything possible to contain this fire and also save lives as well as property.