What is the name and location of the wildfire?
On April 23, 2026, the Brantley Highway 82 Fire is burning in southeastern region of Georgia, neighboring the northern Florida border.
The fire is located just off U.S. Highway 82 near the Brantley County line, bordering Glynn County and spreading into Camden County (1)(2).
Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?
The Brantley Highway 82 wildfire has spread across multiple highways, neighborhoods, and communities, including (3)(4):
- Atkinson
- Waynesville
- Happy Hollow
- U.S. Highway 82 area, from Nahunta to Post Road
- Highway 110 West, near Camden County line
- Highway 259, near Camden County line
What is the current containment status of the Brantley Highway 82 Fire?
On April 23 2026, the Brantley Highway 82 Fires has burned approximately 4,438 acres and is about 15% contained.
Brantley County, Glynn County, and Effingham County Fire Rescue teams have been working together to contain the wildfire and stop the spread to neighboring communities. Glynn County issued a temporary outdoor burn ban, prohibiting outdoor fires ignited by residents such as fireworks and bonfire pits, to prevent additional wildfires (5)(6).
Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?
Mandatory evacuation orders for several neighborhoods and communities have been issued all throughout Brantley County, including Happy Hollow, Hawks Landing, and Drury Court. Those needing to evacuate are directed to use Highway 32 for safety. Various neighboring cities are on wildfire watch as winds continue to carry smoke throughout the state.
On April 22, 2026, all Brantley County schools will be closed due to the wildfire breaching containment. Shelters are open to the public through various churches in the Nahunta and Hortense region, providing food and water to locals in need. Residents in neighboring cities on wildfire watch alert are advised to stay indoors, keep windows closed, and monitor fire updates and alerts (7).
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How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
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- Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
- Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
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- Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
On April 23, 2026, this fire is 15% contained.
