Jacksonville’s 125th anniversary of the Great Fire of 1901 is renewing focus on how fast a blaze can spread in hot and dry weather — the same recipe behind recent wildfires burning in Southeast Georgia.

During the Great Fire of 1901, they formed a bucket brigade to help stop the flames from spreading to their homes. Hogan’s Creek also acted as a natural barrier.

LaVilla, a neighborhood in Downtown Jacksonville, is arguably one of the most historic areas in the city.

Jacksonville burned to the ground 121 years ago Tuesday in the Great Fire of 1901 that destroyed 90% of downtown.