North Carolina Table Rock Fire

active fire

Wildfire

ACRES BURNED

635

STATE

North Carolina

ORIGIN COUNTY

Transylvania

containment

94%

Active Hotspots

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Recent Hotspots

Recent Hotspots are heat signatures detected by satellites within the last 7 days.

Most locations were covered at least every 4-6 hours.
Does not include last 24 hours.

Recent Hotspots (0)

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Flame Animation

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35.095840084258, -82.69817048403

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2025-03-29

TIMELINE

9 days

March 29

Detected

April 8

LAST UPDATED

Wind Dynamics

first 2 will be pulled from the fire automatically.

Can have dynamic values. Ie > Higher wind value raises directional randomness value.

Time Scale

Inherent speed (at zero wind). Controls the overall speed of the simulation, affecting how quickly particles move and update.

3.5x

Wind Speed

Controls the velocity of particle movement, simulating how wind speed affects ember and heat plume transport.

11mph

Wind Direction

The prevailing direction of the wind as provided by the closest NWS weather station, expressed in degrees.

N(0)E(90)S(180)W(270) 0degrees

Directional Randomness

Simulates turbulence and local wind variations by adding random fluctuations to particle trajectories, similar to fire-induced wind eddies.

12%

Particle Dynamics

Can also have dynamic values. Ie > Higher wind reduces scale decay. Or Higher acreage increases. More than 30 hotspots increases particle lifespan. Etc.

Particle Lifespan

Determines how long each heat visualization element persists, analogous to the duration of visible thermal signatures in infrared imagery.

30frames

Particle Density

Controls the concentration of visualization elements within each burst, similar to the density of detected thermal signatures in a given area.

20%

Particle Scale Decay

Determines how quickly particles diminish in size over their lifespan, representing the cooling and dissipation of thermal signatures.

60%

Particle Scale Variation

Controls the range of initial particle sizes, simulating the variation in intensity of thermal signatures across a detection area.

80%

Burst/Emitter Dynamics

(⛔️ Some of these aren't totally working.). Controls the detailed behavior of fire particle emission patterns.

Burst Frequency

Sets how often new groups of particles are emitted, simulating the pulsing nature of thermal plumes and intermittent fire behavior.

2per sec

Particles Per Burst

Determines the number of thermal signatures released in each emission event, representing the intensity of individual heat releases.

Burst Duration

Controls how long each emission event lasts, analogous to the duration of individual thermal pulses in fire behavior.

0.3sec

Gap Between Bursts

Sets the cooling or rest period between emission events, representing the cyclical nature of fire intensity fluctuations.

0.2sec

Burst Length Variation

Adds randomness to the duration of each burst, simulating the natural variability in fire behavior and thermal signature patterns.

50%

Incident Data

CAUSE

Not Listed

Response

Lead Protecting AGENCY

DFR

PROPERTY OWNERSHIP

Other
(State)

WEATHER

Nearby Air Quality

AQI

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forecast

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Last Update: Tuesday, April 8 at 8:03PM

1. Start Time & Info

Start Date/Time/Location

The Table Rock Fire, part of the Table Rock Complex, started on March 21, 2025, approximately 4 miles northeast of Sunset, SC, in Table Rock State Park. It has since spread into North Carolina's Transylvania County[4].

Size and Containment

As of April 4, 2025, the Table Rock Fire has burned 13,845 acres, with 94% containment. The portion of the fire in North Carolina covers 635 acres[3].

Growth and Rate of Spread

Initially, the fire spread rapidly due to favorable fire weather conditions. However, recent rainfall has significantly reduced fire activity, limiting it to smoldering and occasional light smoke. Heavy fuels are retaining heat, and some ground fire is creeping through organic soils[1][3][4].

Containment Efforts

The Southern Area Blue Complex Incident Management Team (CIMT) is managing the Table Rock Complex in unified command with various state and local agencies. Firefighters are focusing on suppression repair, constructing control lines, and utilizing unmanned aircraft to map hotspots[3][4].

2. Evacuations & Closures

3. Current Impact

Impacts:

Structures and Infrastructure

While specific numbers of structures impacted in North Carolina are not provided, the fire has had a significant impact on the region, with over 15,000 acres burned across both South Carolina and North Carolina. No notable structures in North Carolina have been reported as destroyed or damaged[3][4].

Lives Lost and Injuries

There are no reported fatalities or injuries directly attributed to the Table Rock Fire in North Carolina[3][4].

Power Outages and Water Safety

No specific power outages or water safety concerns have been reported in the North Carolina area affected by the fire[3][4].

Notable Impacts

The fire has affected several state parks and natural areas, including Table Rock State Park and Caesars Head State Park. The emotional and environmental impact on the region is significant[1][3][4].

Safety Concerns:

Burn Bans

A statewide ban on open burning remains in place for all counties in North Carolina, and a burn ban is also in effect for several counties in South Carolina, including those near the fire area[4].

Air Quality

Smoke from the fire may pose health risks, particularly for those with respiratory conditions. Residents are advised to stay indoors and use air purifiers if possible[1][3].

4. Current Outlook

Containment Projections

With 94% containment as of April 4, 2025, the fire is nearing full containment. Firefighters anticipate completing suppression repair and demobilizing resources soon[3].

Weather and Wind Warnings

The weather forecast indicates a return to dry conditions after recent rainfall, with temperatures warming into the lower 80s and relative humidity dropping into the upper 40% range. Winds will be light to moderate, with gusts up to 20 mph from the southwest. A cold front is expected to move through the region on Sunday, bringing potential for strong to severe thunderstorms and strong winds[3].

5. Weather info

Cause

The cause of the Table Rock Fire is determined to be human-caused and is currently under further investigation[4].

Weather and Climate

The fire has been fueled by favorable fire weather conditions, including high temperatures, low humidity, and wind. Recent rainfall has significantly reduced fire activity, but dry conditions are expected to return, which could lead to increased fire behavior. The ongoing weather pattern includes periods of high pressure with dry weather, followed by a cold front that may bring severe thunderstorms and strong winds[1][3][4].