From Charlotte Observer:
A wildfire in Pisgah National Forest in Burke County grew to 1,800 acres Thursday even as firefighters made progress in fighting the blaze, authorities said.
The fire is about 40 percent contained, although authorities are hopeful that rain in the area Sunday and Monday will provide additional help.
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