Union County fire

courtesy: Arkansas Department of Agriculture

EL DORADO, Ark. — A wildfire in Union County is now 80% contained after burning more than 2,000 acres, officials said Saturday morning.

Crews have established containment lines around the entire Pine Tree Road Fire and are working to address flare-ups and strengthen barriers. Containment in some areas remains a concern, according to the Arkansas Department of Agriculture.

A voluntary evacuation stays in effect for Pine Tree Road, affecting about 10 homes and 25 residents.

Detection flights are monitoring Southeast Arkansas for any new fires.