BREAKING: Firefighters working large brush fire in Dixie community of Russell County
Firefighters from multiple departments are working to contain and extinguish a large brush fire in the Dixie community of Russell County.
The fire is taking place in the 100 block of County Road 63, which is also known as Gullatt Road. The fire was first reported to fire crews around 3:50 p.m. eastern time on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
Currently, firefighters from Dixie, Crawford and Uchee Creek volunteer fire departments are on the scene. Beauregard Volunteer Fire Department is responding as well.
A huge plume of smoke can be seen in the area, with ashes falling onto surrounding yards.
The roadway is currently closed until further notice.
This is a developing story.
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