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3 fires in West Miami-Dade begin fizzling out as crews work to contain them; 22K acres burned
By Kevin Boulandier at WSVN 7 News
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Three brush fires burning in West Miami -Dade are beginning to fizzle out. The fires have burned over 22,000 acres overall as they’ve raged on for over a week. As of Tuesday afternoon, the Florida Forest Service said one fire is 97% contained while another is 85% contained. The third fire is 15% cont
Key takeaway As of Tuesday afternoon, the Florida Forest Service said one fire is 97% contained while another is 85% contained.
Why this matters in The Miami
The containment of the West Miami-Dade brush fires brings relief to residents who have been on edge for over a week. With 22,000 acres burned, the fires have had a significant impact on the local environment. Miami-Dade County's unique geography, with its low-lying areas and coastal proximity, makes it prone to flooding and sea-level rise, and large-scale fires like these can further exacerbate these issues. The fact that one fire is still only 15% contained, albeit not a threat to structures, underscores the need for continued vigilance from the Florida Forest Service and local fire crews. As the area begins to recover, residents will be watching to see how the burned areas are rehabilitated and what measures will be taken to prevent similar fires in the future, particularly in the face of Atlantic hurricane season, which can bring strong winds and dry conditions that can spark and spread fires.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
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What is this story about? Three brush fires burning in West Miami-Dade are beginning to fizzle out. The fires have burned over 22,000 acres overall as they’ve raged on for over a week. As of Tuesday afternoon, the Florida Forest Service said one fire is 97% contained while another is 85% contained. The third fire is 15% cont
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