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North Carolina warns of increased wildfire risk due to drought, dry vegetation, and human activity, urging precautions and burn permits.
North Carolina officials are warning residents of heightened wildfire risks as the state enters spring fire season amid widespread moderate to severe drought, despite recent rainfall.
The N.C. Forest Service says human activity, especially uncontrolled yard debris burns, causes most fires.
Dry vegetation increases the danger of rapid ignition and spread, particularly in areas affected by Hurricane Helene where downed trees pose additional threats.
Authorities urge residents to obtain burn permits, clear flammable materials, avoid flammable accelerants, monitor fires closely, and fully extinguish them.
Drone use near wildfires is prohibited to protect firefighting efforts, and those with respiratory or heart conditions should prepare for smoke.
Carolina del Norte advierte de un mayor riesgo de incendios forestales debido a la sequía, la vegetación seca y la actividad humana, urgiendo precauciones y permisos de quema.