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EPISODE · Feb 24, 2026 · 7 MIN

Phillip Jackson Spokesman for the North Carolina Forest Service discusses best practices and common sense ahead of spring wildfire season

from WPTF Afternoon News

With North Carolina’s spring wildfire season arriving at a time when most of the state is experiencing moderate to severe drought, the N.C. Forest Service is urging the public to apply best practices and common sense with all outdoor fire, especially yard debris burns. Phillip Jackson, spokesman for the north Carolina Forest Service, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the best tips to stay safe.

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