Crews Battling a Wildfire in Roane County

Crews Battling a Wildfire in Roane County

Photo courtesy of WVLT

Fire Crews in Roane County are batting a wildfire.

It’s on Edwards Road between Sugar Grove and Mays Valley in Harriman.

The fire was reported behind the Pine Ridge Baptist Church. Forestry officials say the fire is now 60% contained and is 22 acres in size.

There are some homes in the area but officials say that none are in danger at this time.

Currently the area of the fire is under a severe drought.