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Wildfire Swells to 300 Acres Near Shallotte | Wilmington News
A wildfire near Shallotte exploded to 300 acres by 10 PM Friday, jumping Highway 179 and forcing evacuations in neighborhoods like Rourk Woods. With winds whipping up the flames and air quality dangerously poor, key roads are closed and traffic rerouted. Brunswick County, already in an extreme drought with temps hitting the 90s and reservoirs at dangerously low levels, is under water conservation orders. Authorities also banned drones near the fire, citing safety risks from interfering with aerial response. The cause remains unknown, but with dry conditions and rising heat, officials are…
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