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McDowell County Emergency Management
Tuesday March 19th, 2024 :: 08:00 a.m. EDT

Advisory

Increased fire danger today (Tuesday) from noon to late evening. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

A Fire Danger Statement has been issued for all of
western North Carolina and northeast Georgia for this afternoon and evening. In the affected areas, gusty afternoon winds will coincide with low humidity and dry fuels. Fires will have an easier time starting and spreading quickly.

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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