Controlled or prescribed fires have been used on Long Island since the 1995 Sunrise Fire near Westhampton to improve habitats ...

HIGH POINT — The N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide until further notice because of persistent dry conditions. The outdoor ...

Dry and windy conditions this weekend are prompting weather officials to warn North Carolina residents: Don’t burn anything. On Friday, officials issued a burn ban until further notice in the ...

Firefighters have announced progress on containing two of the largest wildfires burning in the North Carolina mountains, but ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Midlands is set to enjoy beautiful weather this weekend, but outdoor activities may be limited due to a statewide burn ban issued by the South Carolina Forestry Commission.

“With these ongoing conditions, a statewide burn ban is necessary to reduce the risk of wildfires starting and spreading quickly. Our top priority is always to protect lives, property and ...

The N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide until further notice because of persistent dry conditions. The outdoor burning ban took ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- A statewide burn ban is in effect until further notice due to the increased fire risk, N.C. Forest Service said on Friday. There is a Red Flag Warning was in place for ...