Wildfires continue to ravage North and South Carolina, forcing evacuations as over 175 blazes burn across both states.
South Carolina’s largest wildfire, near Carolina Forest, has scorched 2.5 square miles and is 30% contained, with some residents returning home.
Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency while firefighters battle the flames, fueled by dry conditions and strong winds.
South Carolina resident, Scoot Mays, captured this terrifying footage of smoke clouds filling up the sky as he struggled to see clearly driving home,
In North Carolina, the Uwharrie National Forest fire is among the largest, with ongoing evacuations.
The National Weather Service warns of critical fire risks spreading to New Mexico and Texas.