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Brush fire near Excelsior Church Road threatens vehicle and woods, Metter GA

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Near Excelsior Church Rd, Metter, GA 30439

A controlled burn of boxes near Excelsior Church Road got out of control, causing a brush fire. The fire is threatening a vehicle and nearby wooded area, but no buildings are at risk.

Audio|Source: Candler County Sheriff
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Transcript:
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Central 2. Matter Fire Department, Connecticut responds near Excelsior Church Road. That's near Excelsior Church Road across the Dutch Ford Road.
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In reference to a caller advising that they were attempting to burn some boxes, the fire got out of control.
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It's not threatening any structures at this time, but it is threatening a vehicle and wood area.
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Special question for you can show engine three in route.
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Clear Engine 3.
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Control Engine 3, be advised the college states that it is currently taking over the backyard.
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Their backyard is approximately 10 acres large, about halfway over.

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Near Excelsior Church Rd, Metter, GA 30439

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