Woman Charged for Starting Massive NC Wildfire
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Hilary Brooke Inman, a woman from Marion, North Carolina, faces a misdemeanor charge for starting a woodland fire in McDowell County. The fire, sparked by discarded cigar ashes, is raging in an area devastated by Hurricane Helene, making it difficult to control. Smoke from the fire is visible from miles away, and officials have imposed a temporary flight restriction. Across the state, drought has led to numerous fires, with a statewide burn ban in effect. Authorities stress the importance of being cautious with anything that could ignite, as even small sparks can quickly escalate in these conditions.
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