Emergency Evacuations Ordered as Wildfires Tear Through Homes
In Florida, more than 130 wildfires are burning.

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Emergency evacuations were ordered across parts of Georgia and Florida as fast-moving wildfires destroyed more than 50 homes and forced hundreds of residents to flee, officials said. Fueled by drought, low humidity, and strong winds, the fires spread rapidly, in some cases without warning. In Georgia’s Brantley County, a major blaze expanded quickly, threatening roughly 1,000 homes after destroying dozens a day earlier. Authorities said conditions remain dangerous, with dry forests and strong winds increasing the risk of further spread. A burn ban has been issued in southern Georgia, and additional evacuations have been ordered as crews work to contain multiple active fires. In Florida, more than 130 wildfires are burning, as officials warn the state is experiencing one of its worst fire seasons in decades. Smoke from the fires has spread across the region, affecting air quality in parts of Georgia and neighboring states. No major injuries have been reported. Officials say the fire risk is expected to remain elevated in the coming days due to continued dry conditions.
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