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The wildfire in the Croatan National Forest has caused poor air quality in several Eastern Carolina counties, with Craven and Carteret counties being code red and Jones and Onslow counties being code orange. People are advised to limit their time outdoors. The fire has burned 36,000 acres and is 15% contained.
The wildfire in Croatan National Forest is still burning and winds are pushing smoke across Eastern North Carolina.
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.