Myrtle Beach Area Wildfire Update and Visitor Information
Myrtle Beach Remains Open & Welcoming Visitors
Updated: April 16, 2025 | 10:00 AM EDT
Our thoughts are with those impacted by the recent wildfire inland near the Carolina Forest area, and we are grateful for the firefighters and emergency personnel continuing to work to contain the fire.
WHAT WE KNOW:
- 2,059 acres involved | 90% containment (up from 80%).
- No impact to visitor areas—Myrtle Beach hotels, attractions, and flights continue operating as normal.
- The statewide burn ban has been lifted. Horry County lifted the current burn ban for unincorporated areas of the country effective 12 p.m. April 2, 2025. Careful, lawful open burning is permitted. For more information on open burning in Horry County, go to Horry County Fire Rescue's website.
- Fuelbreak work has begun to create defensible space for added wildfire protection in the affected areas.
- No road closures, no structures damaged, no injuries reported.
- Live Beach Webcams continue to show clear, sunny conditions along the coast.
- Visitors should be aware of lingering smoke in inland areas but will not experience impacts in the main Myrtle Beach area.
Fire crews continue containment efforts inland, and some inland areas may experience temporary smoke-related visibility impacts. However, the beachfront remains clear and sunny, and visitors can check real-time conditions on our Live Beach Webcams.
Current Area Air Quality Map
As of April 16, 2025 at 9:00 AM from AirNow.
Stay Updated on Local Emergency Advisories
Myrtle Beach Travel Information
- Flights: Myrtle Beach International Airport Flight Status, everything is running as normal at this time with no flights impacted. MYR Arrival/Departure status can also be found here.
- Hotels & Resorts: No disruptions—all lodging remains open and welcoming guests.
- Attractions & Dining: All businesses are operating as usual with no restrictions.
- Road Conditions: Highways and roads are open with no closures affecting visitors. Visitors should drive cautiously in areas with smoke, particularly near Carolina Forest.
- Wildfire Safety Reminder: While the fire is being contained inland, a No Burn Order remains in effect for Horry County and Georgetown County despite the statewide ban being lifted..
How Businesses are Helping
We remain committed to supporting our local community. Visit our Wildfire Relief Page to learn more about how Myrtle Beach businesses and organizations are assisting those affected.
Live Beach Webcams
See real-time conditions for yourself with Live Beach Webcams.
