Major Georgia wildfires destroy 143 structures amid severe drought

"Two major wildfires in southeast Georgia have burned over 16 000 ha (40 000 acres) and

destroyed 143 structures by April 25, 2026, with federal fire officials reporting extreme fire behavior near the Florida line. The Highway 82 Fire in Brantley County and the Pineland Road Fire in Clinch and Echols counties remained 10% contained, with evacuations and road closures in effect." W