The Forestry Commission said there’s been some containment in Table Rock Complex fires. They’ve reached 30% at Table Rock and 64% at Persimmon Ridge.

PICKENS COUNTY, S.C. – The Upstate is getting a much-needed dose of rain as two wildfires continue to burn thousands of acres. It’s an answer to prayers all across the Upstate, the sight of rain falling on both the Table Rock and Persimmon Ridge fires.

PICKENS — The scene of constant smoke rising from Table Rock had a sunny outlook on April 1 thanks to over an inch of rain that has slowed the fire and dampened downed trees. A clear day after ...