Fueled by debris from Hurricane Helene, the Jumping Branch Fire in McDowell County is now 80 percent contained, according to WLOS. The fire, which began on March 29, continues to burn amid dry conditions, raising concerns for Asheville residents planning outdoor activities or worried about air quality. The U.S. Forest Service reports that the Jumping Branch Fire remains at 420 acres, with more than 70 crew members working to contain the blaze, WLOS reported. The fire is located eight miles north