Weaverville Fire Department crews arrived quickly at a roadside fire measuring about 20 by 30 feet off Martin Road in Weaverville on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. The blaze was contained and extinguished by 7:13 p.m. According to the WFD, the cause of the fire appears suspicious and remains under investigation. With a recent increase in suspicious roadside fires, officials are urging the public to stay alert and report any suspicious activity.
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Weaverville crews put out Martin Road vegetation fire in minutes
The Weaverville Fire Department responded to a roadside vegetation fire off Martin Road on June 17, 2026, and extinguished it by 7:13 p.m. The cause of the fire appears suspicious and is under investigation.
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Key Details
- Location: Martin Road, Weaverville
- Date/time: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 7:06 p.m.
- Agencies involved: Weaverville Fire Department (WFD)
- Status: Contained and extinguished by 7:13 p.m.
- Public impact: None reported
Weaverville Fire Department (WFD)
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