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Officials: Jackson wildfire 70% contained Wednesday morning; all roads reopen 

A controlled back firing was issued to get the fire under control. 

News 12 Staff

Jun 7, 2023, 9:56 AM

Updated 610 days ago

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A wildfire that started Tuesday has now been 70% contained as of Wednesday morning, according to fire officials. The fire burned 70 acres. 
Fifteen homes or buildings remain threatened Wednesday. No mandatory evacuations were issued. A controlled back firing was issued to get the fire under control.  
News 12 was told crews will let the leftover flames burn out.  
Several roads were closed Tuesday due to the fire. All roads have reopened.