by Hayley Vawter at Fox News
At least three wildfires have broken out near towns that were devastated by Hurricane Helene, forcing evacuations.
So far, evacuations are in place for people living along several roads in Old Fort, North Carolina, due to a fire known as the Crooked Creek Fire.
The fire is estimated to be 200 acres and 5% contained, according to McDowell County Emergency Management. It’s reportedly jumped across Bat Cave Road in Old Fort.
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![A wildfire burns in the community of Crooked Creek in western North Carolina.]()
A wildfire burns in the community of Crooked Creek in western North Carolina. (@moaleck / X
The McDowell County Office of Emergency Management said the fire was started by a tree on a downed power line, and flames are being driven by gusty winds in the area.
There have been no reported injuries, but the fire has destroyed “multiple” outbuildings, the agency said…
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