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15-Acre Woods Fire Burning in Horry County
Crews working to contain the blaze near Long Branch Swamp Road
Apr. 11, 2026 at 8:38pm
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A raging woods fire consumes the landscape, highlighting the raw, elemental force of nature's destruction.Green Sea TodayFirefighters are working to contain a 15-acre woods fire that broke out on Thursday afternoon near Long Branch Swamp Road and Highway 9 in Green Sea, South Carolina. Horry County Fire Rescue responded to the scene and is being assisted by the South Carolina Forestry Commission.
Why it matters
Woods fires can quickly spread and threaten nearby homes and businesses, making prompt containment efforts critical. This fire is occurring in a rural area, but the proximity to major roads and potential for growth underscores the importance of the firefighting response.
The details
According to Horry County Fire Rescue, the fire was reported at 2:34 pm and had grown to an estimated 15 acres by the time crews arrived on the scene. No structures are currently threatened, but firefighters are working to fully contain the blaze with the help of two plows from the Forestry Commission.
- The fire was reported to Horry County Fire Rescue at 2:34 pm on Thursday, April 11, 2026.
The players
Horry County Fire Rescue
The fire department responsible for responding to and containing the woods fire.
South Carolina Forestry Commission
The state agency assisting Horry County Fire Rescue with containment efforts, providing two plows to help control the fire.
What’s next
Firefighters will continue working to fully contain the 15-acre woods fire, with assistance from the Forestry Commission, until the blaze is extinguished.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of prompt and coordinated emergency response to contain the spread of dangerous woods fires, especially in rural areas where they can quickly grow out of control and threaten nearby communities.