The Newberry Creek Fire was estimated at 5 acres and 70 percent contained, and the Buck Creek Fire was estimated at 55 acres and 20 percent contained.
A parade, 5K and train rides are among the holiday activities planned in Hendersonville.
BID services are anticipated to begin to roll out in early 2025.
The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office said it is the second arson this year at The Yard on Cole Road.
Both fires are the result of power lines downed by high winds, the U.S. Forest Service said.
Bundle up or stay in — it’s going to be freezing out tonight and tomorrow.
A Swannanoa Solstice has ushered in the holidays with local folk music and traditions for the last 22 years in performances filled with wholesome holiday cheer.
Frozen pipes can be a major issue, especially during colder months, as they can burst and cause significant damage.
Of the 2,100 damage assessment inspections completed by county staff, 314 structures are considered destroyed.
It’s cold and windy, and officials have banned open burning.
