Wildfire prompts evacuation in Georgetown County’s Prince George community

UPDATE: Georgetown County Emergency Management said the evacuation has been revised to include properties east of the traffic circle on Vanderbilt Blvd.

“All other Prince George Oceanside residents should closely monitor conditions,” officials said.

Emergency management said the clubhouse at Prince George Riverside is available for residents who need a place to go. 

The Waccamaw Regional Recreation Center is also available for any evacuees.

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GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Beachside residents in the Prince George community of Georgetown County are being evacuated due to wildfire conditions.

The gated community is located in the Pawleys Island area.

“Residents of that area, prepare to leave your property,” the county said.

Georgetown County officials said additional information would be forthcoming.

Midway Fire Rescue is working a large brush fire off nearby Beach Bridge Road. Fire officials said drivers should anticipate smoky conditions while traveling through the area.

The county is under a burn ban until further notice due to increased fire risk.