Nahunta
Coverage of Nahunta in the Nexus archive.
- Wildfire that has destroyed nearly 90 homes in Georgia threatens more evacuations
A wildfire in southeast Georgia has destroyed nearly 90 homes and spread across 8 square miles, with 15% containment as officials warn of potential rapid escalation. Evacuations are ongoing, and over 150 wildfires are active in Georgia and Florida, exacerbated by climate change, drought, and debris from Hurricane Helene.
- Wildfires rage across Georgia and northern Florida amid severe drought
Wildfires are intensifying in Georgia and northern Florida due to a severe drought. Firefighters and support staff are operating at staging grounds near Nahunta, Georgia, to combat the Brantley Highway 82 wildfire.
- Southern US wildfires force residents to flee, leaving them unsure if their homes are standing
Wildfires in southern Georgia and Florida have forced hundreds of residents to evacuate, destroying over 50 homes and creating hazardous air quality conditions across the Southeast. The fires, fueled by drought, strong winds, and debris from Hurricane Helene, remain only partially contained, leaving evacuees uncertain about the fate of their properties.