Smoke in eastern Pender County traced to Onslow fires

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Residents in eastern Pender County may notice periods of dense smoke drifting through the area, according to the Pender County Fire Marshal’s Office.

Officials say the smoke is coming from two active fires burning in neighboring Onslow County. At this time, there are no active wildfires within Pender County contributing to the conditions.

Authorities say weather patterns and wind direction are carrying the smoke southward into parts of Pender County…

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