Climate officials say NC had its driest June in more than 125 years
Almost the entire state is considered abnormally dry or under drought conditions, according to the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council.
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Sauratown Mountain wildfire has consumed more than 800 acres but is mostly contained
The wildfire on Sauratown Mountain in Stokes County is almost fully contained, according to state fire officials. The North Carolina Forest Service says the fire was almost 90 percent contained as of Sunday night.
Sauratown Mountain blaze grows to cover nearly 350 acres
Guilford County Ranger Jimmy Holt says that in addition to regional fire departments, crews from Oregon, Utah, Washington State, and Montana are assisting in suppressing the blaze, which he estimates has grown to almost 350 acres.
Wildfire in Stokes County leads to evacuations
In Stokes County, a wildfire has led to evacuation plans for some residents. As of Sunday afternoon, no injuries have been reported.
Unusual weather pattern puts region's strawberry crops at risk
Unstable weather in the last few months has raised concerns about the fresh strawberry yields in the region.
Triad receives $100,000 in environmental grants
The Piedmont Triad is set to benefit from $100,000 in environmental grants. The funding was announced on Thursday by state Attorney General Josh Stein.
Forest acquisition in Stokes County among projects funded through state grants
Several projects in the Piedmont and High Country are getting a boost with grants from the North Carolina
Wildfire hits rugged, remote area of North Carolina
State and local firefighters are trying to get control of a wildfire in a rugged and remote area of North Carolina, officials said.
