Polk County wildfires 63% contained, residents relieved as crews work tirelessly
In Polk County, the wildfires along US-176 are at 63% containment after Monday, March 3. That comes as a relief to many throughout Saluda and Tryon. There was still fear amongst Polk County residents after fires burned too close for comfort.
Firefighters working to contain wildfire in Polk County, North Carolina; now 63% contained
Polk County Emergency Management said some people who had to evacuate from their homes could be allowed to return as soon as Monday night.
Crews continue battling wildfires in Polk County
The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office reports an arrest of a suspect wanted on federal charges led to additional drug charges. FOX Carolina's Hayley Spitler has the details.
Melrose fire in Polk County spreads to 593 acres with 63% containment
A Polk County wildfire around the towns of Tryon and Saluda has now spread to approximately 593 acres with 60% containment as of Monday evening.
Fire evacuations underway in Polk County
Fire evacuations underway in Polk County
Residents asked to evacuate as Polk County wildfire continues
Firefighters in Polk County are continuing to battle a 400-acre wildfire that is only about 30% contained. Residents have been encouraged to evacuate their homes until the situation comes under control.
Melrose fire in Polk County between 400-500 acres, 0% contained; evacuations ordered
The Melrose Fire in Polk County is estimated to be between 400-500 acres with 0% containment as of Sunday, according to the North Carolina Forest Service.
Firefighters work towards containing Melrose Fire in Polk County
Firefighters work towards containing Melrose Fire in Polk County
Polk County NC wildfire grows to 600 acres amid high winds, dry conditions: what to know
Under extremely dry conditions, a Polk County wildfire spread another 100 acres March 3, burning at 593 acres with crews ...
Abortion, immigration, taxes and more: Polk County lawmakers hear dozens of pleas ahead of session
An audience filled the Polk County Commission chambers for the annual meeting with legislators, just days before the session ...
'A sense of relief': A years-long alternative water project for Polk County reaches milestone
Officials from the Polk Regional Water Cooperative celebrated completion of an injection well at a planned water production ...
Alligator attacks woman paddling in Polk County preserve: FWC officials
WFLA reported the gator bit the woman on the elbow at the Tiger Creek Preserve, according to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officials. The woman was hospitalized for her injuries.
Polk County woman dies after reports of her sitting, standing in the middle of a busy highway
A woman died on Saturday after walking into the middle of a busy highway and getting struck by a vehicle, according to The Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Woman bit in elbow by alligator in Polk County
A woman was bit in the elbow by an alligator on Monday while paddling at the Tiger Creek Preserve in Polk County, FWC officials told WESH 2.
400-500-acre brush fire in Polk County prompts evacuations, 0% contained, North Carolina Forest Service says
Evacuations continue for residents in Polk County due to an over 400-acre brush fire. According to the Polk County Emergency Management/Fire Marshal and the North Carolina Forest Service, the fire ...
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Polk County Schools, teachers union reach agreement on historic salary raises
Educators in Polk County are getting a historic raise after eight months of bargaining between the school district and teachers union.