Heavy smoke is still hanging over parts of the Carolinas as crews battle wildfires scorching some areas of the region and authorities warn strong winds and dry weather could fan fire conditions.

The U.S. Forest Service, the federal agency that manages the country’s national parks and forests, said it was responding to wildfires in North Carolina forests that include Croatan, Nantahala, Uwharrie,

Crews battled wildfires in North and South Carolina on Sunday amid dry conditions and gusty winds as residents were forced to evacuate in some areas. The National Weather Service warned of increased fire danger in the region due to a combination of critically dry fuels and very low relative humidity.