Crews contain 30-acre wildfire in north Georgia

HARALSON COUNTY, Ga. — Fire crews have contained a wildfire that was burning in Haralson County.

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The Haralson County Fire Department says the fire had grown to an estimated 25 to 30 acres in the West Mount Zion Church and Broad Street area.

Multiple agencies responded to the scene, including crews from Cleburne County Fire and the Georgia Forestry Commission.

Later Thursday evening, the department said the fire is now under control.

Officials said the fire spread to a nearby shed, causing damage.

At this time, it’s unclear what sparked the fire or whether any structures are threatened.

The incident remains under investigation.

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