Columbia, S.C. — Governor Henry McMaster issued an Executive Order putting South Carolina in a State of Emergency due to the current Table Rock fire in Pickens County.

This will help support the ongoing efforts with containing the fire. Additionally, the order states that a ban on outdoor during will remain in effect until further notice.

“As this wildfire continues to spread, the State of Emergency allows us to mobilize resources quickly and ensure our firefighters have the support they need to protect lives and property,” said Governor Henry McMaster.

The Table Rock Fire started on Friday and is estimated at over 30 acres as it continues to grow.  The Nature Conservancy, Greenville Water, the USDA Forest Service, and local fire departments are working to contain the fire.

“As we warned when issuing the ban yesterday, weather conditions across the state are presenting a greatly elevated risk for wildfire, and we’re seeing that play out at the

Table Rock Fire and else where.” SCFC Fire Chief Darryl Jones stated.

Four aircraft are providing aviation support, surveying the fire and dropping water.  South Carolina State Parks announced that all trails at Table Rock State Park will be closed until further notice.