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Updated: 6:25 AM

County Judge provides update on acreage burned during Saturday wildfire

Bradley County Judge Klay McKinney said Sunday morning the total acreage affected was updated to 546 acres, mostly owned by PotlatchDeltic Corp.

He said 11 bulldozers were used from county governments and individuals from Bradley, Lincoln, Cleveland and Ashley counties.

By Tim Kessler
By Tim Kessler

Saline River Chronicle Freelance Contributor

McKinney confirmed there was no structural damage and crews were still working to contain the fire as of Sunday morning after having worked throughout the night.

Winds reached 25-30 mph Saturday, which hampered the firefighting efforts.

Photos courtesy of County Line Rural Fire Department.

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