Bryson City -- April 5, 2026: U.S. National Forest Service National Forest in North Carolina: Wiggins Creek Fire Update for April 5, 2026
Wiggins Creek Fire
Nantahala Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest
Location: 8 miles southwest of Bryson City, North Carolina
Date Reported: 4/02/2026 Cause: Under Investigation
Size: 58 acres Total Personnel: 30 Containment: 60%
The Wiggins Creek Fire received measurable precipitation Saturday night, helping to moderate fire activity. Containment on the Wiggins Creek Fire (formerly reported as the Wiggins Fire) remains at 60%. Firefighters are working diligently to secure and strengthen control lines. Fire activity is minimal, and fire crews assigned to the Wiggins Creek Fire are available to respond should a new incident arise.
Success on the Wiggins Creek Fire is credited in part to strong interagency coordination between all local agencies.
Closures: For public and firefighter safety, please avoid the fire area. Fire crews are working inside the fire perimeter and along roadways. Check current road conditions at https://drivenc.gov/.
A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) has been implemented over the Wiggins Creek Fire area. For the safety of firefighters and aviation resources, no drones or aircraft are permitted in the area. Pilots in the area should check the NOTAMs and follow all directions for both public and firefighter safety. If you fly, we can’t!
Weather
Cloudy and rainy conditions are forecast over the fire area for most of Sunday. High temperatures will be in the 60s with lowest relative humidity levels around 55%.
Air Quality
Smoke may affect nearby communities and roadways, especially in the evening and morning commutes. Use caution if driving in the area. For air quality information, visit fire.airnow.gov.
Firefighters review a safety briefing/operational plan for the day - photo by Allyson Pokrzywinski
Fire crew hiking to the fire line - photo by Matt Switzer