Fire rescue crews are actively managing a brush fire near Homestead, which started on Tuesday and has consumed approximately 700 acres. As of Friday morning, the Florida Forest Service reports the fire is 60% contained. Initial firefighting efforts included 10 units from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, and on Thursday, additional support came from MDFR units supplying water. As of the latest update, only the Water Tender remains on-site, continuing to assist with containment efforts while the situation develops.
Fire crews are making progress on a brush fire that started in Homestead, with containment efforts currently at 60% as they battle the flames.
The fire has spread over 700 acres and now mainly poses a threat near 344th Street and SW 117th Avenue, according to officials.
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