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South Georgia wildfires gain containment after weekend rain

May 4, 2026

Fire crews made progress against two large South Georgia wildfires after a weekend of rain and cooler temperatures, with the Pineland Fire reaching 44% containment and the Highway 82 fire hitting 75%. An evacuation order in Brantley County was lifted Monday, though officials warn returning heat and drier conditions could allow the fires to spread again.

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