Georgia Governor Declares Emergency Over Widespread Wildfires

Published: 2026-04-23
Category: weather
Source: Georgia Forestry Commission
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Governor Brian Kemp has issued a state of emergency for 91 counties in South Georgia due to extensive wildfires. Over 75,000 acres have burned statewide, with two major fires, Pineland Road and Highway 82, showing low containment levels. Extreme drought conditions are contributing to the rapid spread, leading to evacuations, burn bans, and concerns over air quality.

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