Carolina fires updates: Emergency declared in North and South Carolina as wildfires force evacuations
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Residents evacuated, emergency declared as huge fires rage across North and South Carolina
- Wildfires have been raging across North and South Carolina over the weekend, prompting evacuations and states of emergency in both states.
- In South Carolina, more than 175 fires burned, with the largest near Myrtle Beach reaching 1,600 acres before being 30 per cent contained. Evacuated residents were later allowed to return home.
- North Carolina also battled multiple wildfires, including a large fire near Asheville, forcing evacuations in the town of Tryon.
- Dry conditions and strong winds fueled the rapid spread of the fires.
- A statewide burn ban is in effect in South Carolina.