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Smoke spotted throughout the city of York is likely from controlled burns, officials say.

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Smoke spotted throughout the city of York is likely from controlled burns, officials say.

York County, South Carolina, saw a visible smoke haze and odor on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, due to multiple controlled burns in surrounding areas like Chester County, carried by shifting winds.

Burn Details

York Police confirmed no active fire danger in the city—these are routine forestry practices to manage vegetation. The statewide burn ban lifted Monday, March 30, but SC Forestry Commission urges caution amid lingering dryness.

Drought Context

U.S. Drought Monitor shows ~86% of South Carolina in moderate-to-extreme drought, with heightened wildfire risk despite possible scattered rain this week. Monitor burns closely to prevent reignition.

Routine Lowcountry environmental note amid your recent SC traffic/crime alerts—air quality dip but no threat. Stay vigilant outdoors.

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