In Polk County, North Carolina, three wildfires—Black Cove, Deep Woods, and Fish Hook—present serious challenges for firefighters due to difficult terrain and hurricane debris. The Black Cove Fire began last Wednesday, burning 2,076 acres and remains uncontrolled, while the Deep Woods Fire, the largest at 1,802 acres, is also 0% contained. Evacuation orders are in effect for nearby communities. The Fish Hook Fire is 50% contained but has destroyed at least six structures. A state burn ban is in force, and air quality alerts are issued due to smoke.
The Black Cove Fire has burned 2,076 acres with no containment, sparked by a downed power line, highlighting the severity of fire threats in the region.
Three significant wildfires in Polk County, including the Deep Woods Fire at 1,802 acres, pose increasing challenges for firefighting due to rough terrain and hurricane debris.
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