ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Residents in the Asheville area are facing high fire danger Thursday as dry conditions continue and gusty winds are expected.
Broad River Fire & Rescue warned that winds with gusts of 20-25 mph are forecast from around noon through the evening, and surface fuels remain dry. Officials encouraged residents to postpone any open burning. No burn bans are currently in effect.
The U.S. National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg said warm, dry weather will continue Thursday, with rainfall chances gradually increasing Friday through Sunday. Temperatures are expected to remain well above normal, with near-record highs possible…