Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:41pm on 03 Mar 2025,Monday International
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency as wildfires spread across the Carolinas and Georgia, burning over 5,400 acres. More than 163 fires remained active by Monday, forcing evacuations in Horry County near Myrtle Beach. The South Carolina National Guard deployed helicopters for aerial firefighting. No injuries or destroyed structures were reported. Firefighters are battling blazes in North Carolina’s national forests, with Georgia also facing active fires. Authorities expect rain by Tuesday night, offering relief from dry, gusty conditions. Officials warned of an "elevated risk of adverse fire behavior" due to ongoing drought.
