An outbreak of wildfires in South Carolina, including the large Covington Drive Fire in Horry County, has prompted the state governor to issue a burning ban and State of Emergency. Multiple agencies and firefighters are responding to over 175 fires across the state, with the Columbia-Richland Fire Department sending resources to assist in the efforts in Horry County. The fires have already burned thousands of acres and are straining the capacity of responders. The University of South Carolina student Bayli Soles, a resident of Horry County, has experienced the impact of wildfires on her community in the past. Governor Henry McMaster has issued a warning that individuals caught starting outdoor fires will face legal consequences. South Carolina typically responds to thousands of wildfires each year, with the largest fire in the state’s history occurring in Horry County in 1976. State and local officials are calling on residents to follow the burning ban and stay vigilant as the situation remains dynamic.
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