Wildfire — Coastal Camden, Georgia

2008-06-26 to 2008-06-30 · Coastal Camden, Georgia

Event narrative

Brush fires grew from 50 acres to around 700 acres in 24 hours from strong thunderstorm wind gusts in the vicinity. On the 27th, the fire on the north end of the island grew to 1,200 acres. By July 4th, the fire had grown to 2,400 acres on the island.

Wider weather episode

Brush fires on the island expanded from 50 acres to almost 700 acres due to strong thunderstorm wind gusts to the west of the island.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 101606. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.