How Can I Help The Victims Of The South Georgia Wildfires? — Here’s What You Can Do

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Susan Swavely

 –  Staff Writer

 ·  April 24, 2026

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91 counties in state of Georgia are under a State of Emergency as several wildfires rip across South Georgia. As we continue to monitor the situation, it is more apparent that aid is heavily needed by victims of the fires. Keep scrolling to see how you can help.

South Georgia wildfire updates

The fires continue to devastate South Georgia, and with very little rain in the forecast, there is not a clear end in sight.

According to the Georgia Forestry Commission, as of yesterday (April 23rd, 2026),

Today, the Georgia Forestry Commission responded to 31 new wildfires, burning 266 acres statewide. This does not include the Pineland Road Fire, now estimated at 31,307 acres and remains 10% contained, or the Highway 82 Fire in Brantley County, now estimated at over 5,000 acres and remains 15% contained. With ongoing drought conditions and no significant rainfall in sight, wildfire activity remains elevated across Georgia.

How can I help?

It is easy to feel devastated and helpless with widespread destruction, like this. There are ways to help.

Donate supplies

According to the Brantley County Sheriff’s Office, two Nahunta businesses are now accepting donated goods for families displaced or affected by the Brantley County wildfire.

You can donate to:

• Brantley Gas at 114 Satilla Avenue
• H & S Car Haulers at 125 Industrial Park

The Georgia Sun reports,

• Brantley Gas needs empty 27-gallon totes with lids, hangers, hygiene items, and new or gently used clothing. Call Emerald Heinritz at 850-694-9400.
• H & S Car Haulers needs pet food and non-perishable food items. Call Jessica Johns at 912-288-5697 or Amanda Herrin at 912-288-3993.

Donate money

You can donate money through the Georgia VOAD. Go to their site, here, and select either the American Red Cross or the Salvation Army for Brantley County.

You can find even more donation opportunities by visiting the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency.

We are sending our thoughts to those affected by these devastating wildfires. As we know more information, we will share it with you.