Brantley County E-911

05/01/2026

Operations are stabilizing, and we’re beginning a transition back to normal services.

Household trash collection is expected to resume regular routes on Monday, May 4, 2026. Crews have been working through challenging conditions, and we appreciate your continued patience.

Debris removal planning is actively underway. A full schedule and guidance for debris pickup and disposal will be shared on Monday to help residents understand timing and expectations.

We’ll continue providing updates as additional details are finalized.

05/01/2026

RE-ENTRY UPDATE – Friday (Zone 25)

Residents in Zone 25 (Southern Browntown) are approved to return Home. NO THROUGH TRAFFIC, NO SEMI ACCESS.
Residents Only.

Browntown Road South of Albert Gibson is open

-Boots Harrison Road will remain closed.
-North of Albert Gibson will remain closed.

Please use caution when returning home. Be aware of any hazards, follow guidance from local officials, and take your time as you re-enter the area.

We appreciate your patience and are glad to welcome our community back safely.

Road Updates:
• Hwy 110W is restricted to pass entry only
• Hwy 32 is open to 110w (Residence Only) No Through traffic

NO THROUGH TRAFFIC MEANS NO SEMI ACCESS.
RESIDENTS ONLY at this time.

Please remember: the fire is NOT out. There is still heat and smoldering throughout the area. You may see smoke or areas with potential for re-burn. Fire personnel and equipment remain actively working—please use caution and stay aware.

We know many of you are ready to return home, and we are working as quickly—and safely—as possible to make that happen. Continue to monitor this page for updates.

05/01/2026

04/30/2026

04/29/2026

We’re so thankful for all of the support and the sacrifices that these men and women take for our county.

04/29/2026

TO OUR RESIDENTS AND COMMUNITY
We know many of you are trying to return home, check on your property, and get answers. Our teams are working to provide clear information, answer questions, and move toward safe re-entry where possible.

THE FIRE IS STILL ACTIVE AND EXTREME DROUGHT CONDITIONS PERSIST.

Safety remains our top priority. This is a large and complex situation with many moving parts, and every decision is being made with your safety in mind.

Limited re-entry is now being allowed with specific guidelines for residents who have a placard for Highway 110w or are returning to voluntary evacuation areas. Many road closures are still in place. Please see map attached.

RE-ENTRY PROCESS
• Show proof of residence
• Follow all road closures and barricades
• Keep children under 18 with an adult at all times
• Be ready to leave again if conditions change

PLACARD PICKUP, 6 AM to 10 PM
Placards are required for Hwy 110 W residents.
Pickup locations:
• Satilla Grocery / Hwy 259
• Hwy 32 & 301 (west side of 301, open lot)
No limit per home.

LIMITED RE-ENTRY AREAS

Hwy 110 Corridor (110 West Residents)
• Residents only may enter with a placard
• Area remains restricted to the public
• No commercial vehicles allowed

Post Road AREA
• Post Road is open
• Albert Gibson is open from Post Road; Closed at Boots Harrison to Browntown Road
• Murphy Road is open from Post Road; Closed at Mineral Springs

**ROAD CLOSURES AND ACCESS**

Closed Roads
• Mineral Springs – CLOSED
• Boots Harrison – CLOSED
• Mumford Road – CLOSED
• Crandall Road – CLOSED
• Hawthorne Road – CLOSED
• Browntown Road -- CLOSED -- (from Hwy 82 to Wayne County line)
• Hwy 32 from Highway 110w to Browntown Rd -- CLOSED

Restricted Hwy 32 Access – Residents Only
• Hwy 32 from Hwy 301 to Hwy 110 West
• Hwy 32 – Post Rd to Browntown Rd NE (north of 32, east of Browntown Rd)

Placard Access Only
• Hwy 110 West from Hwy 82 to Hwy 32

Wayne County Closure
• Mt. Pleasant Road (where Browntown Rd transitions at Wayne County line) is closed to Mobile Road.

We will continue to provide updates as conditions and access changes.

Map Legend:
Pink - Road Closed
Orange - Restricted Access to Residents Only
Lime Green - Placard Access Only
Yellow - Road Open

04/29/2026