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Associated Press

Georgia wildfire doubles in size as blaze remains largely uncontained, officials warn

Cason also said evacuation notices could be issued Sunday and that residents should heed them - (Gov. Brian Kemp via AP)

One of two major wildfires in southeastern Georgia has grown to exceed 31 square miles (80 square kilometers), officials reported Sunday.

Brantley County Manager Joey Cason stated in a Sunday Facebook post that "The fire basically doubled last night in size. It is a dynamic fire event that will be impacted by the wind."

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