Severe storms didn't put out Carolina Forest's 2,000-acre wildfire, but officials expressed hope that the desperately-needed rain will help them contain it.

Horry County is under a tornado watch and wind advisory as severe storms are expected by this afternoon. Fire crews continue to battle a 2K+ acre wildfire.

Fire rescue crews are continuing their efforts to contain the Carolina Forest wildfire, which remains at 2,059 acres and 30% containment, according to officials

SC Forestry Commission investigators will be in Carolina Forest this week to begin searching for the Myrtle Beach-area wildfire's origin, state officials said.

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Horry County fire crews continue to battle wildfires in the Myrtle Beach area. Officials say situation looking better, but not in the clear yet.

A 1,600-acre wildfire in Carolina Forest did not destroy any homes or businesses, officials said. Residents expressed gratitude for the firefighting efforts.

News First Alert Weather Team issued a First Alert Weather Day for Wednesday because of the potential of strong, severe storms. The First Alert Weather team also said gusty winds would arrive Wednesday before the rain does,