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Staff reports: county fires described as small and contained; larger fires noted in South Georgia
Community Emergency Services Committee · April 28, 2026
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Summary
Staff told the committee that Columbia County has had numerous small, contained fires likely started by roadside sparks and that heavy wildfire activity in parts of South Georgia (Brantley and Clinch counties) remains a concern; rain aided containment and mutual-aid crews may return.
During staff reports, county personnel updated the committee on recent fire activity and the year-to-date budget report.
A county staff member said firefighters had been responding to a number of small, contained fires in Columbia County and that the most significant wildfire activity…
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