BURKE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA — A new wildfire has broken out in Burke County along Old NC 105 in the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area, with firefighters actively responding to the Old Hwy 105 Fire which has burned approximately 5 acres on both sides of the road south of the intersection of Forest Service Road 106.
Smoke from the fire is expected to affect nearby communities and roadways, particularly as smoke settles during the evening hours and through morning commutes in the surrounding area.
Old Hwy 105 Fire Burning 5 Acres on Both Sides of Road in Linville Gorge Wilderness
The Old Hwy 105 Fire is actively burning along Old NC 105 south of the Forest Service Road 106 intersection within the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area in Burke County, with flames confirmed on both sides of the roadway making for a challenging firefighting situation across the rugged wilderness terrain.
The fire has reached approximately 5 acres in size as firefighters respond to contain the blaze within the wilderness area, working to prevent further spread through the dense and heavily forested Linville Gorge corridor.
The location within the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area presents access challenges for crews given the remote and rugged nature of the terrain surrounding Old Highway 105 in this portion of Burke County.
Smoke Settling Into Nearby Communities and Roadways Through Evening and Morning Commutes
Residents across nearby communities surrounding the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area should be aware that smoke from the Old Hwy 105 Fire may affect air quality and visibility along nearby roadways, particularly during the evening hours as smoke settles into low-lying areas and valleys overnight.
Morning commuters in the Burke County area should also anticipate the possibility of reduced visibility and smoke impacts along roadways near the fire zone during the early morning hours as overnight smoke accumulation lingers into the start of the day.
Residents with respiratory conditions are urged to limit outdoor exposure in areas where smoke is visible and to monitor air quality conditions as firefighting operations continue across the Linville Gorge Wilderness site.
Rain Chances Returning Tonight and Thursday Could Help Firefighting Efforts
There is some welcome news on the horizon for firefighters battling the Old Hwy 105 Fire, with isolated rain chances returning tonight and more significant rain chances developing on Thursday that could provide natural assistance to containment efforts across the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area.
Thursday’s more widespread rain chances represent the better opportunity for meaningful rainfall to reach the fire zone and aid firefighters in bringing the blaze under control across the rugged Burke County terrain.
Residents across Burke County and surrounding areas are urged to stay updated on the Old Hwy 105 Fire as firefighting operations continue and rain chances develop through the coming days. Stay with GordonRamsayClub.com for the latest updates.
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