Western North Carolina Wildfires Updated

Western North Carolina -- March 30, 2026: Here is the most current update on active fires:High Priority: Jumping Branch Fire (McDowell County)Status: Active/CriticalSize:175 acresContainment:0%Update: This fire continues to be the primary concern. It is burning between Locust Cove Road and Sugar Cove Road near Marion. Over 200 personnel and multiple aircraft are actively engaged in structure protection along the Highway 80 corridor. Heavy smoke is impacting visibility in the area.Active Wildfire