The Suwannee Complex, currently the largest group of fires, has already consumed more than 14,000 acres, and is only 40 percent contained as of June 22. This complex involves areas of Columbia, Union, Bradford and Baker counties. Officials on the scene report that their efforts to control these fires are being hampered by the heavy accumulation of dry fuel in the area. Also burning in parts of Baker and Columbia counties is the Oak Head fire, in the Osceola National Forest. The fire, which has already destroyed more than 1,768 acres, is 40 percent contained, with full containment estimated by June 29.
Reports indicate that flames are threatening private timberlands.
The second largest fire continues burning in the Apalachicola National Forest. Dubbed the Holiday fire, the flames had consumed more than 12,700 acres as of June 22. It is reported to be 70 percent contained. The fire is located approximately 18 miles southwest of Tallahassee. This fire is one of the first reported since the Florida fires began May 25.