Named the "Pearl Fire," persons in the area of Crystal Lakes north of Black Mountain to the stateline, were ordered to evacuate immediately at 1:19 p.m. on September 16, 2024.
Where once it was a stop along the highway for over-the-road truckers and other travelers, it's not a destination for those looking to relax, grab a drink, a milkshake, some food, or just relax.