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2025-04-01 20:13:14.580231 ET

### National Overview

As of April 1, 2025, the United States is experiencing an active wildfire season, particularly in the southern and southeastern regions. The year-to-date statistics indicate that 14,849 wildfires have burned 707,228 acres across the country, with a notable increase in fire activity compared to previous years[4].

### Significant Wildfire Situations

- **Black Cove Complex, North Carolina**: This complex, spanning Polk and Henderson counties, includes the Black Cove, Deep Woods, and Fish Hook fires. As of April 1, the total size of the complex is 7,670 acres, with containment levels at 93% for Black Cove, 60% for Deep Woods, and 100% for Fish Hook. The cause of the Black Cove and Fish Hook fires has been identified as powerline issues, while the Deep Woods fire is still under investigation. Fire crews have been aided by recent rain, which has helped in strengthening containment features and suppressing the fires[2].

- **Carolinas Wildfires**: Multiple wildfires have been reported in North Carolina and South Carolina following a Red Flag Warning. Dry conditions and downed timber from past storms have elevated the wildfire risk in these areas. The U.S. Forest Service is actively responding and coordinating with state and local partners to contain these fires. Rain expected midweek may improve conditions, but the region remains prepared for an active fire season[1].

### Firefighting Efforts

Firefighters are working diligently across the affected areas, with significant resources deployed. For the Black Cove Complex, 45 engines and 371 personnel are engaged in containment and suppression efforts. The U.S. Forest Service is also monitoring the situation closely and is prepared to send additional personnel as needed. Fire crews are focusing on safely navigating fire lines, especially given the slick and slippery conditions following recent rainfall[2].

### Weather and Fire Conditions

Current weather conditions are critical in several regions. A fuels and fire behavior advisory has been issued for the Southern Appalachian Mountains and Foothills, including parts of eastern Tennessee, northern Georgia, northwest South Carolina, and western North Carolina. This area is experiencing low relative humidity and critical fuel moisture levels, leading to aggressive fire behavior[4].

Breezy and dry conditions are forecasted for the eastern slopes of the southern Appalachians and the Piedmont, with relative humidity as low as 15-30%. Similar dry conditions are expected to continue across the rest of the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. Precipitation is expected in northern California and the Northwest, which may help mitigate fire conditions in those areas[4].

Overall, the combination of dry conditions, low humidity, and breezy winds is creating a high-risk environment for wildfires, particularly in the southeastern United States.

CITATIONS

['https://www.usda.gov/about-usda/news/press-releases/2025/03/03/secretary-rollins-addresses-wildfires-carolinas', 'https://www.ncagr.gov/news/press-releases/2025/04/01/daily-update-black-cove-complex', 'https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/predictive/outlooks/monthly_seasonal_outlook.pdf', 'https://www.nifc.gov/fire-information/nfn', 'https://www.rff.org/publications/explainers/wildfires-in-the-united-states-101-context-and-consequences/']

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Fire Information: 803-906-9730 (8 a.m.-8 p.m.) 

Evacuation Information: 864-467-3428 

Email: 2025.tablerockcomplex@firenet.gov 

 Table Rock…

Fire Information: 803-906-9730 (8 a.m.-8 p.m.) 

Evacuation Information: 864-467-3428  

Email: 2025.tablerockcomplex@firenet.gov 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MONDAY, APRIL 1, 2025
CONTACT: Philip Jackson, public information officer
N.C. Forest Service
919-857-4828 or philip.jackson@ncagr.gov
Burn ban lifted for all North Carolina counties as conditions improve

RALEIGH – The N.C. Forest Service has lifted a…

[EXTERNAL]Fire Restrictions to lift on North Carolina’s National Forests

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Fire Information: 803-906-9730 (8 a.m.-8 p.m.) 

Email: 2025.tablerockcomplex@firenet.gov 

Table Rock Fire
Size:     13,287 acres

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Last updated: 2025-04-01 --- The type of incident is Wildfire and involves the following unit(s) South Carolina Forestry Commission. --- State: South Carolina --- Coordinates: Latitude: 35° 3 52 Longitude: 82° 38 45 --- NOTE: All fire perimeters and points are approximations. --- Incident Overview: The Table Rock Complex is approximately 20 miles northwest or Greenville, South Carolina. The complex consists of the Table Rock Fire and the Persimmon Ridge Fire. The Table Rock Fire is located in Table Rock State Park and is currently active in South Carolina and North Carolina. The Persimmon Ridge Fire is located in Caesars Head State Park, it is active in South Carolina.Table Rock Fire: 13,564 acres, 30% contained Persimmon Ridge Fire: 2,078 acres, 74% containedTable Rock Complex Total: 15,642 acres, 70% contained
Last updated: 2025-04-01 --- The type of incident is Wildfire and involves the following unit(s) Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest. --- State: Georgia --- Coordinates: Latitude: 34° 57 10 Longitude: 83° 17 39 --- NOTE: All fire perimeters and points are approximations. --- Incident Overview: The Big Ridge Fire started on March 22nd, 2025 in the Sarah's Creek area of the Warwoman Wildlife Management Area in Clayton, Georgia.The Big Ridge Fire is burning in conditions of abnormally dry to medium drought conditions with dryer than normal fuels.  Steep and rocky terrain are dictating indirect tactics.  The fire is burning in a remote area and is not an immediate threat to the public.  It is impacting the Bartram Trail, Sarah’s Creek Campground, and the Warwoman Wildlife Management Area.Incident updates will be posted daily. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Last updated: 2025-04-01 --- The type of incident is Wildfire and involves the following unit(s) National Forests in North Carolina. --- State: North Carolina --- Coordinates: Latitude: 35° 24 50 Longitude: 82° 48 52 --- NOTE: All fire perimeters and points are approximations. --- Incident Overview: The Rattlesnake Branch Fire began on March 26, 2025, near Cruso, North Carolina, about 11 miles southeast of Waynesville. The fire rapidly spread, fueled by dry conditions in the hardwood leaf litter, and extended into the Shining Rock Wilderness Area within the Pisgah National Forest. Fire activity and spread have subsided following rainfall on March 30 and 31. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Last updated: 2025-04-01 --- The type of incident is Prescribed Fire and involves the following unit(s) Lolo National Forest. --- State: Montana --- Coordinates: Latitude: 46° 49 76 Longitude: 113° 55 73 --- NOTE: All fire perimeters and points are approximations. --- Incident Overview: Announcements     News      Photographs    MapsThe Lolo National Forest, along with their interagency partners and neighbors, is preparing to implement Spring prescribed fire projects across the forest. Prescribed fire is part of the Forest’s annual fire management program to reduce hazardous fuels, improve wildlife forage, and create conditions which minimize impacts from future wildfires around our communities.Weather and conditions permitting, prescribed burns  may occur starting this month (March) and continue through the Spring.  
Last updated: --- The type of incident is Wildfire and involves the following unit(s) Santa Fe National Forest. --- State: New Mexico --- Coordinates: Latitude: 35° 49 34 Longitude: 106° 33 13 --- NOTE: All fire perimeters and points are approximations. --- Incident Overview: As fire season heats up on the Santa Fe National Forest we share initial information on this page and keep a running list of wildfire incidents with the most recent at the top of the list. Some incidents will get their own Inciweb page and we will note that here as well. Small fires that are contained quickly will be listed only on this page. East Fork Wildfire (Jemez District), initial report March 28, 2025, contained at 1 acre on March 29, 2025. Additional details for this incident are listed below.

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