See update from Barrow County Fire Department!!!!UPDATE!!
From the National Weather Service:
“We’ve already received a number of calls regarding the smoke in the area, especially across the Atlanta Metro area. Active wildfires across southern Georgia and northern Florida are being caught up in weak southerly upper-level flow.
There are two areas that will continue to provide a source of smoke for north and central Georgia. The first of which is the Brantley Highway 82 Fire east of Atkinson (currently between 35-40k acres) and the Pineland Rd Fire southeast of Stockton, Georgia. Smoke and haze closest to the surface is likely coming from these fires, but as the day heats up, we’ll continue to see dispersion of smoke across much of the state.
The second is a fire near the Big Bend area of Florida. While smaller than the southern Georgia fires, its smoke is being caught up in the upper-level flow and pushed northward towards the Atlanta Metro area. It will likely continue to be a secondary source for the upper-level haze and dramatic sunsets.
Smoke and haze will likely continue through the rest of the week before a cold front
this weekend improves conditions”
PRESS RELEASE: Smoke Conditions in Barrow County
Barrow County residents will notice smoke in the area over the coming days. The smoke affecting our area is from wildfires in South Georgia. We expect these conditions to remain for approximately one week. Depending on weather patterns, including wind speed and wind direction, smoke conditions may improve or worsen at times.
Barrow County Fire Department has multiple units surveying conditions throughout the county. We are aware of the situation and are actively confirming there are no uncontrolled fires within Barrow County at this time.
We ask citizens to refrain from calling 911 solely to report widespread smoke conditions related to this event. Please call 911 immediately if you see an active fire, smoke coming directly from a structure or vehicle, or if you have any other emergency.
We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation as we continue to monitor conditions.
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