Tropical Storm Bonnie formed over the Caribbean on Friday as it headed for a quick march across Central America and potential development into a hurricane after reemerging in the Pacific.
The fire, which is on Ferebee Road has charred about 1,938 acres. According to North Carolina Forest Service officials, the fire is currently 44% contained.
Fire officials in Eastern Carolina share what fireworks are legal, how to use caution when lighting them, and what the consequences are for lighting illegal fireworks in our state.
With a lot of sparks expected to fly this weekend, fire and safety officials are warning those lighting their own fireworks to take caution so sparks don’t turn into flames.