Georgia, Florida and wildfires
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Wildfires driven by extreme drought, low humidity, and gusty winds are continuing to burn across South Georgia.
The number of active wildfires reported by the Florida Forest Service is sitting around 100 early April 28, burning more than 15,000 acres.
Florida is seeing some of the worst drought conditions in years as the month of April marks the peak of wildfire season. Fire officials believe conditions could make this year one of the worst
Drought conditions have spread across the majority of both states, leaving conditions dry and ideal for wildfires to spread.
Officials battling two large wildfires in southern Georgia say firefighters are bracing for a long battle even after weekend rains boosted their containment efforts. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp toured the