The Highway 82 wildfire—the most destructive wildfire in Georgia’s history—is roughly 95% contained as of late May 2026, holding steady at an estimated 22,420 acres. While the active threat has largely slowed, emergency crews continue to handle structural recovery and mitigate lingering hotspots. With the transition from active firefighting to community rebuilding, they are several ways you can make a difference.
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Brantley County Family Connection
P.O. Box 1011, Nahunta, GA 31553
Wildfire Resources
- Brantley County Wildfire Recovery Resources: Visit hwy82firerecovery.com for information about accessing food, housing, or financial assistance; reporting damage; and information about cleanup.
- Georgia Department of Public Health: Visit dph.georgia.gov to learn about precautions Georgians can take as smoke from wildfires is affecting air quality well beyond the immediate fire area.
- Georgia Forestry Commission: Visit gatrees.org to access statewide wildfire resources, georgiafc.firesponse.com/public for current wildfire conditions, and facebook.com/Hwy82fire to get the latest updates on the Hwy. 82 fire.
- Watch Duty: This app offers real-time wildfire tracking and alerts.
- Georgia Land Management: Call 229-560-3886 for free assistance with clearing trees and bushes and firebreaks to help save homes.
Please call Brantley County Family Connection Executive Director Dawn Deen at 912-614-3850 with any questions.