Greene County wildfire continues to blaze, spans more than 2,500 acres

Photo courtesy of Mississippi Forestry Commission

Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) officials say a wildfire in southeast Mississippi is continuing to burn and already spans more than 2,500 acres.

MFC Wildland Firefighters have been working to quell the flames and have the fire around 35% contained, officials say. The 2,500+ acre fire is abnormally large as the average wildfire in the state is just 19 acres.

Gusty winds and low humidity have combined to elevate the wildfire risk across the Magnolia State. MFC officials are urging Mississippians to avoid outdoor burning until conditions change.

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By Ben Milam

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Ben Milam is a multimedia journalist for SuperTalk Mississippi News. Prior to joining the news team, he spent three years as a radio and TV play-by-play broadcaster at the NCAA Division I, NJCAA, and high school levels – including time with William Carey, ESPN+, and most recently as the voice of the University of Louisiana Monroe women’s basketball team. He also is a staff writer for Big Gold Nation of the Rivals Network. Ben is a born-and-raised Mississippian and a graduate of Southern Miss. For inquiries or story tips, email [email protected].