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Wildfire Near Shallotte Now 10% Contained | Wilmington News
A wildfire between Shallotte and Ocean Isle Beach, now 10% contained after burning 300 acres, has crews from multiple departments battling it under extreme heat, dry conditions, and wind. Though flames are still active, containment means a perimeter is secured to stop spread. Early Saturday, it was 60% contained at 400 acres, with aerial water drops helping control it. Scattered thunderstorms aided efforts, and residents hope Sunday’s storms and cold front will push it toward full control—30 homes were threatened, with Rourk Woods evacuated before being cleared. Commercial areas like Lazy…
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