UPDATE: The Charlotte Fire Department has issued an advisory for residents due to smoky conditions in parts of the city. The smoke is associated with prescribed burns conducted by local authorities.
The department urges residents to stay indoors or avoid areas with heavy smoke to reduce exposure. If you see flames or heavy smoke, call 911 immediately.
While authorities have not reported any fires in the area, the smoke may be drifting from controlled burns in South Carolina. Gusty southwest winds are carrying the smoke northward into the Charlotte region.
Residents are advised to check official alert systems for updates on air quality and take necessary precautions to stay safe.
