Emergency crews are working to contain a wildfire on a highway in Pickens County, according to fire and rescue officials. The fire is on Highway 136 East near the Overlook. Pickens County Fire and Rescue Officials said the fire is about 95% contained as of 7:45 p.

Pickens Fire also notes that Highway 136 is shut down, giving crews space to extinguish the brush fire near the scenic overlook. Drivers are encouraged to avoid the area until fir

PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. — Firefighters in Pickens County are trying to contain a reported wildfire on Wednesday afternoon. Fire officials say the fire is burning near Hwy. 136 East near the Overlook and is about 20% contained.