Sargent Fire remains 50% contained near Georgia-Florida line, officials say

BAKER COUNTY, Fla. — The majority of the wildfire that started on Thursday at the Georgia-Florida line is burning in Florida with some impact in South Georgia, says the Georgia Forestry Commission and the U.S. Forest Service.

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As of Saturday morning, the Sargent Fire remains at approximately 2,720 acres and is 50% contained following improved mapping. Action News Jax told you Friday that the fire was half-contained.

The Georgia Forestry Commission says a Unified Type 3 Incident Management Team is being established and will assume command of the fire Saturday evening. Also, they report that at this time, no structures are threatened, but smoke continues to impact nearby communities.

Road closures remain in effect, and aircraft will continue to operate in the area.

Both the Georgia Forestry Commission and Florida State Forestry officials encourage those who are nearby to stay aware of changing conditions, follow local officials for road closures, and be cautious when travelling in low-visibility conditions.