Forestry crews continue to monitor and assess the wildfire near Dobson Knob in North Cove. 
Today, forestry crews will continue to monitor and assess the wildfire burning in a remote area near Dobson Knob within the Pisgah National Forest. Officials from McDowell County Emergency Management and Ashford North Cove Fire Department are closely monitoring the incident and coordinating with the US Forest Service. No structures are threatened, as the fire remains in a very remote area just east of Old Linville Rd. The fire began after a reported lightning strike in the area on Friday afternoon. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
Address/Location
McDowell County Emergency Management
129 Barnes Rd
Marion, NC 28752
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 828-652-3241
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