Multiple Ga. fires believed to be ‘intentionally set’ contained, officials say

The Rome Fire Department is battling fires on Cartersville Highway, along with Chulio and Mathis roads, officials said.
Published: Mar. 26, 2025 at 4:16 AM EDT

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The “multiple fires” that were believed to be “intentionally set” have been contained, according to Floyd County fire officials.

The Rome-Floyd Fire Department said the fires were first reported around 2 p.m. Tuesday near the intersection of Chulio Road and Mathis Road.

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Another fire was then found near Chulio Road and Norton Road.

The Rome-Floyd Fire Department said there were no injuries or fatalities.

The Rome Fire Department is battling fires on Cartersville Highway, along with Chulio and Mathis roads, officials said.(First Alert Chopper)

Emergency management officials said drivers in the area should use caution behind the wheel. They also said current weather conditions are not favorable for outdoor burning.

The fires come just two days after a fast-moving wildfire had prompted evacuations in Floyd County on Sunday.