Nearly 60-thousand acres have now burned in southeast Georgia as the wildfires continue to rule in the area of Waycross and the Okefenokee.
Firefighters are working 12-hour shifts or longer in trying to control the blaze. Officials say it is still about 50-percent contained. About 600 firefighters from multiple agencies and states are involved.
Residents of the Astoria community early Wednesday morning were evacuated briefly when flames crept close. Those residents are advised to remain on-guard, as southwesterly winds are forecast for today and tomorrow, which could fan the flames.
Ware County schools yesterday re-opened for the first time since being closed for six straight days.
Fire officials will hold an informational meeting for residents in Ware County tonight at 7pm. It will be held at the Ware County Middle School.
