South Georgia Wildfires April 2026
Wildfires have intensified across South Georgia over the last several days, driven by severe drought, low humidity, and windy conditions. The largest confirmed fire is the Pineland Road Fire in Clinch County, which had grown to 30,000 acres and was 10% contained as of April 23, 2026. In Brantley County, about 2 hours away, the Highway 82 Fire had grown to more than 5,000 acres and was also reported at 15% containment, with at least 47 homes destroyed, about 1000 residents evacuated, and roughly 1000 homes threatened. Smoke impacts, school disruptions, and evacuation activity have affected multiple communities in southeast Georgia as state and local crews continue suppression efforts.
Details:
- Pineland Road Fire (Clinch County): 30,000 acres, 10% contained as of April 23; fire activity in bays and swamps has made suppression more difficult.
- Highway 82 Fire (Brantley County): about 5,000 acres, 15% contained; this is the fire tied to the largest confirmed housing loss and evacuation impact in Georgia so far. 53 homes lost, with damage assessments ongoing. About 1,000 people evacuated in Brantley County and 1,000 homes are currently threatened.
Fox News - South Georgia/Florida fires
First Coast News
Explore organizations serving in response to this disaster. The map and list show the same filtered response activity, including locations, services, dates, and links to learn more. Services and volunteer opportunities may change, so please contact each organization directly to confirm current availability.
God's Pit Crew
God's Pit Crew has sent a semi truckload of supplies to Destination Church Downtown (DCDT) to support the local community in Waycross, Georgia. See website for support and volunteer details.
God's Pit Crew
God's Pit Crew has sent a semi truckload of water and Gatorade to assist firefighters and the local community. See website for support and volunteer details.
Disaster Response Alliance
Disaster Response Alliance sent a ServeCom Shower Unit to Homerville, GA to support the South Georgia wildfires. See website for support and volunteer details.
God's Pit Crew
God's Pit Crew has sent a semi truckload of supplies to Little Memorial Baptist Church to support the local community in Hortense, Georgia. Resources include: Blessing Buckets, Play Pails, Diapers, Wipes and Blankets. See website for support and volunteer details.
God's Pit Crew
God’s Pit Crew Immediate Response Team is currently on the ground in Nahunta, GA, assessing needs for potential tree focused deployment as well as full structural demolition for total loss properties. We’re hopeful to announce a full deployment soon, along with details on how to volunteer and get involved. See website for support and volunteer details.
Hope in Action Disaster Relief
Drop off drinks, snacks, and hygiene wipes. See website for support and volunteer details.
Commit to Praying
Pray for those impacted and those assisting with response efforts.
Help survivors and volunteers find your response by adding your organization's deployment details.
Pray, give, and serve alongside the organizations responding to this disaster.