Press Releases

Fireworks restricted in 26 counties due to burn ban; fire officials urge caution

The 26-county burn ban enacted May 24 prohibits fireworks and other pyrotechnic devices. With nearly half the state in moderate drought status and little rain in the forecast, N.C.

'Poolside Pests' program encourages pool owners to look for and report nonnative insects

Photo of Asian Longhorned beetle

NCDA&CS to treat gypsy moth infestation June 14 in Buncombe and Yancey counties

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will soon start treating for gypsy moth infestations in areas of Buncombe and Yancey counties.

NCDA&CS to treat gypsy moth infestation June 14 in McDowell County

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is expected to start treatments for a gypsy moth infestation June 14 in a 1,330-acre block near Marion in McDowell County.

Forest Service personnel to closely monitor weekend conditions; prepared to issue citations for campfires and other burning violations

With drought conditions extending toward the Foothills, fire officials are concerned about campfires and other sources of open flame across the state, especially in the 26 counties currently under a state burn ban that remains in effect until further notice.

Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund Advisory Committee to hold meeting June 3

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Local farms open for late spring events

Farms are offering tours, u-pick for flowers and fruit, farm stands and special events for late spring. 

Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund Advisory Committee to hold work session June 2

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N.C. Forest Service mobilizes Incident Command Team in response to elevated fire risk

With continued regional drought conditions and high fire potential across southeastern North Carolina, the N.C. Forest Service has mobilized a state incident management team in Lumberton to provide logistical support for any needed fire response.

Burn ban issued for 26 North Carolina counties due to hazardous forest fire conditions

Due to increased fire risk, the N.C.