Polk County, Melrose fire

Melrose fire in Polk County spreads to 593 acres with 63% containment
A Polk County wildfire around the towns of Tryon and Saluda has now spread to approximately 593 acres with 60% containment as of Monday evening.
Polk County wildfires continue to fight wildfire spanning over 400 acres
Many families had to evacuate.
Firefighters working to contain wildfire in Polk County, North Carolina; now 63% contained
Polk County Emergency Management said some people who had to evacuate from their homes could be allowed to return as soon as Monday night.
Residents asked to evacuate as Polk County wildfire continues
Firefighters in Polk County are continuing to battle a 400-acre wildfire that is only about 30% contained. Residents have been encouraged to evacuate their homes until the situation comes under control.
Crews continue battling wildfires in Polk County
The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office reports an arrest of a suspect wanted on federal charges led to additional drug charges. FOX Carolina's Hayley Spitler has the details.
Firefighters work towards containing Melrose Fire in Polk County
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Melrose fire in Polk County between 400-500 acres, 0% contained; evacuations ordered
The Melrose Fire in Polk County is estimated to be between 400-500 acres with 0% containment as of Sunday, according to the North Carolina Forest Service.

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Polk County NC wildfire grows to 600 acres amid high winds, dry conditions: what to know
Under extremely dry conditions, a Polk County wildfire spread another 100 acres March 3, burning at 593 acres with crews ...
Abortion, immigration, taxes and more: Polk County lawmakers hear dozens of pleas ahead of session
An audience filled the Polk County Commission chambers for the annual meeting with legislators, just days before the session ...
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Polk Co. Habitat For Humanity Exec. Dir. arrested on indecent assault/harassment charges
The Polk County Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity Jason Barron was arrested on indecent assault and harassment ...
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Polk County Schools, teachers union reach agreement on historic salary raises
Educators in Polk County are getting a historic raise after eight months of bargaining between the school district and teachers union.
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SOFTBALL: Polk sweeps Rosman, East Henderson to claim Stott’s tourney title
Polk County’s softball team showcased its offensive firepower Saturday, sweeping both games to claim the championship at the ...
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Bartow Man’s Meth-Fueled Crash Leads To Major Drug Bust In Polk County
POLK COUNTY, Fla. - A 60-year-old Bartow man's drug-fueled crash near Lakeland on Friday resulted in his arrest on multiple ...
Polk County woman dies after reports of her sitting, standing in the middle of a busy highway
A woman died on Saturday after walking into the middle of a busy highway and getting struck by a vehicle, according to The ...
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GIRLS BASKETBALL: Polk’s record-breaking season ends with playoff loss to Avery
By Jed Blackwell Polk County’s last, best shot to claw back into Friday’s playoff game against Avery came on a 3-point ...