Car Destroyed in Horry County Grass Fire

Crews battle two-acre blaze that damaged home exterior

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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Horry County Fire Rescue responded to a Saturday afternoon fire on Bright Leaf Road in Loris, South Carolina. The agency says a two-acre grass fire is under control, but one vehicle was destroyed and the exterior of one home was damaged.

Why it matters

Grass fires can quickly spread and pose a serious threat to nearby structures, making a rapid response by fire crews critical to minimizing damage and potential injuries. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by fire departments in the region to address these types of emergencies.

The details

According to Horry County Fire Rescue, the agency was called at 3:48 p.m. on Saturday to a reported structure fire on Bright Leaf Road in Loris. Firefighters were able to bring the two-acre grass fire under control, but one vehicle was destroyed and the exterior of one home was damaged. The Horry County Police Department and Loris Fire Department assisted with the response.

  • Horry County Fire Rescue received the call at 3:48 p.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

The players

Horry County Fire Rescue

The fire department responsible for responding to the incident and bringing the grass fire under control.

Horry County Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that assisted Horry County Fire Rescue with the emergency response.

Loris Fire Department

The local fire department that also provided assistance to Horry County Fire Rescue in responding to the grass fire.

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What’s next

The cause of the fire will be under investigation by Horry County Fire Rescue.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of fire departments maintaining readiness to respond quickly to grass fires, which can rapidly spread and threaten nearby structures, especially in drier conditions.