TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – A wildfire that started in Florida and spread north into South Georgia is now 81% contained, according to the Florida Forest Service.
The fire started on April 2.
As of Monday, management of the Sargent Fire, as it’s been termed by officials, has been returned to the local Suwannee Forestry Center and US Forest Service personnel.
Firefighters are now working to target additional heat sources.
“Heat remains interior due to debris and heavy fuels,” the Florida Forest Service said. “Reburn in some interior pockets is likely due to current weather conditions.”
Firefighters will continue to patrol and monitor the fire perimeter for the next several days to manage any reburns that may occur and also continuing to reinforce containment lines.
The Florida Forest Service said the area is still in a drought and residents should adhere to any local burn bans in place, including those in Baker, Bradford and Union Counties in Florida.
They also encourage travelers to be aware and use caution when driving on FL Highway 2 and GA Highway 94, as there is a potential for patchy fog in the area.
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