Florence County Crews Respond to Suspicious Field Fire

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Florence County Fire Rescue responded to a several-acre field fire in the Olanta area, with officials establishing control lines and continuing suppression efforts to halt the fire's spread and protect nearby structures. The state Forestry Commission and Florence County Sheriff's Office are assisting, as the fire is suspected to be suspicious in nature.

Why it matters

Field fires can pose a serious threat to nearby homes and businesses, especially in rural areas. The involvement of law enforcement suggests this incident may be more than just an accidental blaze, raising concerns about public safety and potential criminal activity in the community.

The details

Florence County Fire Rescue was called to the 1100 block of North Jones Road for reports of a field fire that may be threatening structures. Firefighters worked to establish control lines and continue suppression efforts to stop the fire from spreading further. The state Forestry Commission sent a plow unit and law enforcement officers to assist, and the Florence County Sheriff's Office is on the scene after receiving reports that the fire may be suspicious in nature.

• The fire was reported on February 14, 2026.

What’s next

The Florence County Sheriff's Office will continue investigating the cause of the fire to determine if any criminal activity was involved.