Smiths Station fire crews working to extinguish brush fire Friday afternoon
UPDATE: Crews confirm the fire has been contained and a dozer with Alabama Forestry is on scene working to build a fire break around the fire.
Smiths Station fire crews are working to extinguish a brush fire this afternoon.
Crews arriving on scene of brush fire on Friday, March 20, 2026 (Image/Colin Scroggins)
The fire is taking place on Lee Road 246 in the Ghost Town area of Lee County. It appears the fire is in the woods behind a residence in the 1700 block of Lee Road 246. The fire was reported around 3:20 p.m. eastern time on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Smiths Station Fire and Rescue ambulance on scene of brush fire on Friday, March 20, 2026 (Image/Colin Scroggins)
White smoke can be seen in the area of the fire. It appears at least one engine and a brush truck are on scene, along with other vehicles.
White smoke seen rising from brush fire on Lee Road 246 on Friday, March 20, 2026. (Image/Colin Scroggins)
The Alabama Forestry Commission has reported notification of an active wildfire in Lee County.
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