South Carolina Wildfire Expands, State of Emergency Declared

A massive wildfire in South Carolina, known as the Table Rock Fire, has escalated to become the largest in the Upstate region's history, burning over 11,000 acres. The fire, which started in Transylvania County, has prompted a state of emergency declaration as it continues to grow and threaten local communities.

The North Carolina Forest Service and other firefighting teams are actively engaged in battling the blaze, with conditions reported to be favorable for making progress against the fire. The Table Rock Fire, along with the nearby Persimmon Ridge Fire, has necessitated a significant response from local and state authorities to manage the situation and protect residents.

Authorities are urging residents to stay informed and follow evacuation orders if necessary, as the fire's unpredictable nature could lead to rapid changes in the situation. The community's resilience and cooperation are crucial as efforts continue to contain the wildfire and mitigate its impact on the region.

• North Carolina Forest Service
• South Carolina
• Table Rock Fire
• Transylvania County

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Is the fire at Table Rock contained?

Fire containment for Table Rock, Persimmon Ridge. The fire containment is still at 0%.

Who started the fire in SC?

So what caused it? Just before midnight Friday, the Pickens County Sheriff Tommy Blankenship posted a message on Facebook and said young men, who he described as hikers, were responsible for starting the fire and that they had been identified.

What county is Table Rock, SC in?

Watch above as Sky 4 flew over the Table Rock complex fire in Pickens County, South Carolina early Thursday morning.

What started the fires in South Carolina?

Wildfires in North and South Carolina fueled by drought, wind and fallen trees from Hurricane Helene.

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