HIGHLIGHTS: Weather conditions yesterday moderated fire behavior, giving crews the opportunity to work on primary and contingency dozer and handlines. Along the Appalachian Trail, hand line was completed from the communications site east to Brown Gap and continues...

Daily update from NC Forest Service: Friday, November 17, 2023 Size: 382 acres | Containment 0% | Total personnel: 30 Information Phone Lines: (828) 330-5441 | Hours: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm | Email: 2023.blackbear@firenet.gov | Informational Websites:...

Hiker Alert, Fire Danger: Large fire approaching Appalachian Trail. Hikers: DO NOT ENTER the area between I-40 and Brown Gap. Leave area. Seek safety now. There is no danger to interstate traffic along I-40.