Fire crews in both South and North Carolina are battling multiple major wildfires that erupted over the weekend and have prompted mandatory evacuations.More than 100 wildfires ignited in South Carolina on Saturday, with several more starting on Sunday morning, according to the South Carolina Forestry Commission (SCFC).
The Carolina Forest Fire in Horry County, one of the biggest fires burning in the state, doubled in size overnight. The fire is burning about five miles north of Myrtle Beach and is 0 percent contained, scorching more than 1,200 acres as of the latest update Sunday morning.
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster on Sunday issued a state of emergency as fire crews battle dry and windy conditions.
“I have declared a State of Emergency to further support wildfire response efforts across the state and ensure our first responders continue to have the resources they need,” McMaster said in a statement on social media platform X. “A statewide outdoor burning ban remains in effect—violators will be prosecuted.”
Another wildfire broke out south of Myrtle Beach Saturday and threatened homes in Georgetown County, prompting brief evacuations in the town of Prince George.
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