The expiration date of the original declaration has been extended to July 18, 1998. Fires are generally contained, and mop up operations continue.
All hotspots are apparently within established lines.
No new fires were reported during the night of July 8th . Controlled burns are continuing northwest of the town, west of US 17 and north of the Pierson Airport. Local firefighting forces are assisting the Divison of Forestry in these efforts. Law Camp - This fire is presently contained. This fire is presently contained.