Officials say they now have the fire 73-percent contained, holding at 127 acres. As a result, crews say they are shifting into a patrol and monitor status.

The previous drought monitor map through April 7 showed most of eastern NC in moderate drought status, with the severe drought remaining in Onslow, as well as portions of Craven and Pender Counties.

Although we did see some rain (1-2″) over the last 7 days, the newly updated Drought Monitor continues to show eastern North Carolina in moderate to severe drought status. Carteret County did ...

The previous drought monitor map through April 7 showed most of eastern NC in moderate drought status, with the severe drought remaining in Onslow, as well as portions of Craven and Pender Counties.