Wildfires force evacuations as crews battle flames in North and South Carolina


Wildfires swept through the East Coast, with the Carolinas facing widespread blazes and evacuations. Firefighting efforts are underway.

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  • Wildfires are sweeping across the East Coast, with thousands evacuated in North and South Carolina. Dry, windy conditions fueled the situation.
  • South Carolina’s governor declared a state of emergency, with over 175 active fires in the state over the weekend.
  • The National Guard is assisting with firefighting efforts.

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Wildfires are ravaging the East Coast following weeks of destructive blazes in Los Angeles earlier this year. As flames sweep through North and South Carolina, hundreds have been evacuated, with warnings of dry, windy conditions that continue to fuel the spread of the fires.

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster, R, declared a state of emergency on Sunday, March 2, as more than 175 fires burned across the state.

McMaster also issued a statewide burn ban, emphasizing in a social media post, “Our first responders and firefighters are risking their lives to contain many fires.”

South Carolina wildfires

As of Monday, March 3, firefighters have managed to contain most of the wildfires, bringing the total number down to fewer than 120. However, dozens of crews are still battling blazes in several areas, including the Carolina Forest near Myrtle Beach, where over 1,600 acres have burned, forcing multiple neighborhoods to evacuate, according to the South Carolina Forestry Commission.

The South Carolina National Guard has deployed Blackhawk helicopters to assist with firefighting efforts, which carry 600 gallons of water to drop on the flames.

North Carolina wildfires

To the north, first responders in North Carolina are working to control wildfires in four state forests. One of the largest fires in Polk County saw crews set controlled fires in an effort to contain the 480-acre blaze, which is currently 30% under control.

Overall, the North Carolina Forest Service reports over 210 fires are active, though most are either contained or relatively small in size.

As of now, no injuries have been reported in either North or South Carolina, and no structures have been destroyed by the fires. However, officials are continuing damage assessments as smoke clears and the flames subside.

Relief is expected from an incoming cold front

The National Weather Service has forecast a cold front moving through the region, bringing rain to help ease the dry conditions that have fueled the fires in the Southeast.

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Bias comparison

  • Media outlets on the left emphasize the number of wildfires and a detailed statewide response, creating urgency through specific evacuations.
  • Media outlets in the center focus on the wildfire coverage area and personnel involved, framing the situation somewhat more clinically.
  • Media outlets on the right highlight the significant escalation of the Carolina Forest fire, detailing its rapid growth and immediate impacts on communities.

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Key points from the Left

  • Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency in South Carolina due to over 175 wildfires affecting around 4,200 acres.
  • A statewide burning ban is in effect, with illegal burning potentially leading to criminal prosecution.
  • Evacuations were mandated in some neighborhoods, including Spring Lake, due to the ongoing fires and weather conditions.
  • No injuries or structural damage have been reported as responders work to manage the fires.

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Key points from the Center

  • Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency in South Carolina to support wildfire response efforts as over 175 fires burned across the state.
  • The National Weather Service warned of increased fire danger due to critically dry fuels and low humidity levels.
  • More than 175 wildfires are burning, covering about 6.6 square miles, with one fire in Carolina Forest growing to approximately 1,200 acres.
  • Residents in several neighborhoods near Myrtle Beach were evacuated due to the advancing fires.

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Key points from the Right

  • Wildfires in Horry and Georgetown counties prompted evacuations in neighborhoods including Indigo Bay and Summerlyn, with dozens of homes affected.
  • The Carolina Forest fire grew rapidly from 600 acres to over 1600 acres, becoming the largest in South Carolina, with no homes reported destroyed.
  • Firefighters and first responders are actively battling the fire, which is 0% contained, despite challenging weather conditions.
  • A statewide burning ban is in effect due to worsening wildfire conditions and the traditional peak of wildfire season in South Carolina.

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Wildfires swept through the East Coast, with the Carolinas facing widespread blazes and evacuations. Firefighting efforts are underway.

Full story

  • Wildfires are sweeping across the East Coast, with thousands evacuated in North and South Carolina. Dry, windy conditions fueled the situation.
  • South Carolina’s governor declared a state of emergency, with over 175 active fires in the state over the weekend.
  • The National Guard is assisting with firefighting efforts.

Full Story

Wildfires are ravaging the East Coast following weeks of destructive blazes in Los Angeles earlier this year. As flames sweep through North and South Carolina, hundreds have been evacuated, with warnings of dry, windy conditions that continue to fuel the spread of the fires.

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster, R, declared a state of emergency on Sunday, March 2, as more than 175 fires burned across the state.

McMaster also issued a statewide burn ban, emphasizing in a social media post, “Our first responders and firefighters are risking their lives to contain many fires.”

South Carolina wildfires

As of Monday, March 3, firefighters have managed to contain most of the wildfires, bringing the total number down to fewer than 120. However, dozens of crews are still battling blazes in several areas, including the Carolina Forest near Myrtle Beach, where over 1,600 acres have burned, forcing multiple neighborhoods to evacuate, according to the South Carolina Forestry Commission.

The South Carolina National Guard has deployed Blackhawk helicopters to assist with firefighting efforts, which carry 600 gallons of water to drop on the flames.

North Carolina wildfires

To the north, first responders in North Carolina are working to control wildfires in four state forests. One of the largest fires in Polk County saw crews set controlled fires in an effort to contain the 480-acre blaze, which is currently 30% under control.

Overall, the North Carolina Forest Service reports over 210 fires are active, though most are either contained or relatively small in size.

As of now, no injuries have been reported in either North or South Carolina, and no structures have been destroyed by the fires. However, officials are continuing damage assessments as smoke clears and the flames subside.

Relief is expected from an incoming cold front

The National Weather Service has forecast a cold front moving through the region, bringing rain to help ease the dry conditions that have fueled the fires in the Southeast.

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Bias comparison

  • Media outlets on the left emphasize the number of wildfires and a detailed statewide response, creating urgency through specific evacuations.
  • Media outlets in the center focus on the wildfire coverage area and personnel involved, framing the situation somewhat more clinically.
  • Media outlets on the right highlight the significant escalation of the Carolina Forest fire, detailing its rapid growth and immediate impacts on communities.

Media landscape

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178 total sources

Key points from the Left

  • Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency in South Carolina due to over 175 wildfires affecting around 4,200 acres.
  • A statewide burning ban is in effect, with illegal burning potentially leading to criminal prosecution.
  • Evacuations were mandated in some neighborhoods, including Spring Lake, due to the ongoing fires and weather conditions.
  • No injuries or structural damage have been reported as responders work to manage the fires.

Report an issue with this summary

Key points from the Center

  • Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency in South Carolina to support wildfire response efforts as over 175 fires burned across the state.
  • The National Weather Service warned of increased fire danger due to critically dry fuels and low humidity levels.
  • More than 175 wildfires are burning, covering about 6.6 square miles, with one fire in Carolina Forest growing to approximately 1,200 acres.
  • Residents in several neighborhoods near Myrtle Beach were evacuated due to the advancing fires.

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Key points from the Right

  • Wildfires in Horry and Georgetown counties prompted evacuations in neighborhoods including Indigo Bay and Summerlyn, with dozens of homes affected.
  • The Carolina Forest fire grew rapidly from 600 acres to over 1600 acres, becoming the largest in South Carolina, with no homes reported destroyed.
  • Firefighters and first responders are actively battling the fire, which is 0% contained, despite challenging weather conditions.
  • A statewide burning ban is in effect due to worsening wildfire conditions and the traditional peak of wildfire season in South Carolina.

Report an issue with this summary

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