Georgetown County officials say the North Santee fire grew to an estimated 800 acres Saturday but is now under containment.

With enhanced fire conditions such as strong winds and dry air, the South Carolina Forestry Commission and county officials both agreed to continue enforcing the burn ban in Georgetown County.

The ban will remain in place until further notice,” said Georgetown County officials. The ban comes as the South Carolina Forestry Commission issued a statewide Red Flag Fire Alert, discouraging ...