HYDE COUNTY, N.C. - A wildfire in Hyde County has caused smoke and fog to lead to low visibility.

As of Tuesday, northern containment lines around the Ferebee Road Fire held firm against a southern wind push from Monday’s nearby afternoon storms, keeping the fire at 1,938 acres in size and 24% contained.

Water is now flowing from the canals near New Lake into the south end of the fire area.

Crews are nearing completion of pump installations at Gamble Road and expect to begin pumping water from Phelps Lake sometime Wednesday.

Smoke and fog impacts were minimal during the Tuesday morning commute and should remain low throughout Tuesday.

As crews work to fully contain the fire, significant smoke is likely, and resulted in tedious travel conditions Sunday evening into Monday morning. Commuters should plan for extra travel time or take alternate routes. Officials say overnight, a combination of smoke and fog will lead to low visibility with possible zero visibility for some areas.

Early Sunday morning, Highway 45 was temporarily closed for travel from Ponzer to Pungo due to smoke and fog. Highway 45 is expected to reopen for travel some time Sunday, however, road closures may be put in place as needed due to low visibility and in the interest of public safety.

Significant smoke along the 264 and Highway 45 corridors between Rose Bay, Pantego and Ponzer should be expected.

According to the National Weather Service, drivers should keep the following safety tips in mind if travel is necessary in foggy conditions:

There continue to be no injuries and no structures damaged at this time.

A temporary flight restriction (TFR) has been issued for the Ferebee Road Fire. The TFR restricts all civilian aircraft, manned and unmanned, within 5 miles of the fire. The flight restriction remains in place until aviation support is no longer needed.