Wildfires are sweeping across South and North Carolina, prompting widespread evacuations and a state of emergency declared by Governor Henry McMaster. The largest fire, burning in the Carolina Forest area near Myrtle Beach, has grown to 1,600 acres and is 30% contained. Dry conditions and strong winds continue to fuel the flames, with more than 175 separate fires reported statewide. Residents are urged to stay informed and follow evacuation orders as firefighters work around the clock to bring the blazes under control.
