Croatan National Forest Fire Continues to Blaze, Sending Smoke and Ash Across North Carolina Towns.

The "Great Lake Fire" in Croatan National Forest has been burning for four days and has consumed 35,000 acres with 10% containment. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. The fire has impacted air quality in several Eastern North Carolina counties, and travelers on highways adjacent to the fire should proceed with caution. The Southern Area Red Team, a Type 1 incident management team, was due to arrive on Sunday to assist in fighting the fire.