Georgia wildfires: Why Thursday was a historic day for firefighters
The Georgia Forestry Commission reported Thursday was the first day with no new wildfires statewide since December.
The Georgia Forestry Commission reported Thursday was the first day with no new wildfires statewide since December.
Brantley fire reaches 75% containment, residents begin to return
Crews have increased containment on two major South Georgia wildfires following recent rain and cooler weather.
Crews have increased containment on two major South Georgia wildfires following recent rain and cooler weather.
Highway 82 fire now 45% contained in Brantley County
The 22,532-acre Highway 82 fire in Brantley County is 45% contained as over 600 firefighters battle exceptional drought conditions.
The 22,532-acre Highway 82 fire in Brantley County is 45% contained as over 600 firefighters battle exceptional drought conditions.
How Cherokee County fire crews are assisting wildfires
Cherokee County fire crews are helping local agencies in South Georgia as wildfires continue to burn through land and structures.
Cherokee County fire crews are helping local agencies in South Georgia as wildfires continue to burn through land and structures.
Paramedic loses home as South Georgia wildfires burn
A South Georgia paramedic is sharing his story after losing his home to fast-moving wildfires while he was on the job.
A South Georgia paramedic is sharing his story after losing his home to fast-moving wildfires while he was on the job.
Crews gaining ground on massive South Georgia wildfires
Rain and humid conditions are helping firefighters make some progress Wednesday morning as crews continue battling two massive wildfires in South Georgia.
Rain and humid conditions are helping firefighters make some progress Wednesday morning as crews continue battling two massive wildfires in South Georgia.
Gov. Brian Kemp surveys fire damage in South Georgia
Gov. Brian Kemp surveyed the damage Tuesday as crews are working to contain two massive wildfires in South Georgia that have burned over 55,000 acres and destroyed dozens of buildings.
Gov. Brian Kemp surveyed the damage Tuesday as crews are working to contain two massive wildfires in South Georgia that have burned over 55,000 acres and destroyed dozens of buildings.
Gov. Kemp visiting South Georgia to assess Pineland Fire damage Tuesday
Gov. Brian Kemp is set to visit South Georgia on Tuesday to assess damage from the Pineland Fire and meet with crews responding on the front lines.
Gov. Brian Kemp is set to visit South Georgia on Tuesday to assess damage from the Pineland Fire and meet with crews responding on the front lines.
Southern Georgia wildfires burn 55,140 acres in Clinch, Brantley counties
More than 120 homes were destroyed and 55,140 acres burned in the most destructive wildfire event in state history.
More than 120 homes were destroyed and 55,140 acres burned in the most destructive wildfire event in state history.
Brush fire near Talona Road in Talking Rock contained
Firefighters from Gilmer and Pickens counties are battling a brush fire near Talking Rock.
Firefighters from Gilmer and Pickens counties are battling a brush fire near Talking Rock.
PHOTOS: Destructive wildfires burning in South Georgia
The Pineland Road Fire in Clinch County and the Highway 82 Fire in Brantley County are currently burning out of control in South Georgia.
The Pineland Road Fire in Clinch County and the Highway 82 Fire in Brantley County are currently burning out of control in South Georgia.
South Georgia fires grow to more than 55K acres, limited containment
Two major wildfires in south Georgia continue to grow with limited containment.
Two major wildfires in south Georgia continue to grow with limited containment.
Dead Eagles: Michigan DNR investigating after possible poaching kills five birds
Five bald eagles were found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula over a two-week span in April, prompting concerns of poaching from wildlife managers.
Five bald eagles were found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula over a two-week span in April, prompting concerns of poaching from wildlife managers.
Metro Atlanta Weather: Limited rain, wildfire concerns continue in Georgia
Recent rain across Georgia brought some relief but has not been enough to significantly improve dry conditions, according to the latest forecast.
Recent rain across Georgia brought some relief but has not been enough to significantly improve dry conditions, according to the latest forecast.
Over 120 homes destroyed by South Georgia wildfires
Over 120 homes have been destroyed and 50,000 acres burned as two wildfires fueled by hurricane debris tear through South Georgia.
Over 120 homes have been destroyed and 50,000 acres burned as two wildfires fueled by hurricane debris tear through South Georgia.
Georgia wildfires destroy shelter; 19 puppies rescued
Nineteen puppies were rescued from a South Georgia shelter destroyed by wildfires.
Nineteen puppies were rescued from a South Georgia shelter destroyed by wildfires.
Metro Atlanta fire danger: Several counties under outdoor burn bans
Fire officials in Bartow County have issued an outdoor burn ban as dry conditions and low humidity create a high risk for wildfires.
Fire officials in Bartow County have issued an outdoor burn ban as dry conditions and low humidity create a high risk for wildfires.
Kemp tours South Georgia wildfires as 100 homes destroyed
Gov. Brian Kemp is visiting South Georgia Friday to assess damage from rapidly growing wildfires and meet with emergency crews battling the blazes.
Gov. Brian Kemp is visiting South Georgia Friday to assess damage from rapidly growing wildfires and meet with emergency crews battling the blazes.
Weekend rain unlikely to help wildfire situation in South Georgia
Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms could develop across North Georgia and metro Atlanta this weekend, with brief downpours possible during the afternoon hours.
Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms could develop across North Georgia and metro Atlanta this weekend, with brief downpours possible during the afternoon hours.
Wildfire in Georgia underscores climate change impact in Eastern US
As two significant brush fires have been burning in Georgia for the past week, experts say wildfires are becoming more intense and frequent on the East Coast.
As two significant brush fires have been burning in Georgia for the past week, experts say wildfires are becoming more intense and frequent on the East Coast.