North Augusta brush fire is now 70% contained

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Officials say last week’s brush fire along Interstate 520 is now 70% contained.

The fire started Friday afternoon and spread across 12 acres. Planes were seen using water to put out the fire. Schools were dismissed early.

Leaders said it is expected to burn for several days and that it could have been worse…

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