June 1, 2026
Clay County imposed a burn ban in April because the drought had heightened the risk of forest and brush fires.…
May 12, 2026
Burn bans continue in Northeast Florida despite this week’s rain
St. Johns County has extended its burn ban for another week as wildfires remain a risk during the drought.…
April 27, 2026
Georgia fire grows; Glynn County homes evacuated
The Highway 82 fire remains 6% contained a week after it began. The fire has destroyed at least 87 homes.…
April 24, 2026
Volunteer firefighter dies while fighting Hilliard wildfire
Firefighter James Crews died after a medical emergency while battling a Hilliard wildfire, officials said.…
April 24, 2026
Clay-Putnam wildfire now 65% contained
The so-called Railroad wildfire spans 4,413 acres, but evacuated families have been allowed to return home.…
April 24, 2026
87 homes lost in Southeast Georgia wildfires
The wildfire destroyed dozens of homes within hours of erupting Tuesday. It remains only 15% contained.…
April 22, 2026
Smoke blankets area as Railroad wildfire grows
The wildfire grew slightly overnight, but firefighting efforts on the ground and air are helping to contain it.…
April 22, 2026
Wildfire destroys 47 homes in Southeast Georgia
Some families were evacuated with minutes to spare after the Brantley County wildfire exploded to 5,000 acres..…
April 21, 2026
Wildfire risks could grow over next 10 weeks, officials warn
The danger of wildfires will persist as long as the drought continues, and little rain is forecast, fire officials say.…
April 21, 2026
Fire danger expands across much of the Florida Peninsula
Dry air, high winds and a severe drought have put much of the state under a red flag warning.…
April 20, 2026
Wildfires scorch Northeast Florida as drought continues
A wildfire in Clay County grew to over 2,000 acres, and a 1,000-acre fire was burning in adjacent Putnam County.…
April 20, 2026
Dry air increases fire danger in North Florida and Panhandle
A cold front is bringing dry and windy conditions to drought-stricken areas, a recipe for wildfires.…