A new wildfire has erupted on Pogue Mountain Tuesday night just outside of Marion, North Carolina. According to the [Marion Fire Department](https://www.facebook.com/marionfirenc/), the fire is in very rugged terrain making it difficult to access. The fire is visible from 226 south and I-40.

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Multiple crews are currently on the scene. We will provide more updates as they come in.

New wildfire erupts in North Carolina Tuesday night