UPDATE: Jackson County woods fire 65% contained
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) – Jackson County officials are working to contain a woods fire in the Wade community Sunday evening.
According to Jackson County EMA Director Earl Etheridge, the fire broke out shortly before 2 p.m. in the area of Elmer Hamilton Road, north of Highway 614 and east of Highway 63.
As of 10:53 Monday morning, the fire is 65 percent contained at 27 acres.
Jackson County Fire Rescue crews are working to protect a few structures threatened by the flames, while the Mississippi Forestry Commission continue efforts to contain the fire.
WXXV will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.
