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3rd brush fire forms amid efforts to contain West Miami-Dade blazes; Krome Avenue closed from SW 8th St. to US 27
By Rubén Rosario at WSVN 7 News
· June 17, 2026
· 3 min read
A third brush fire has formed near the site of two others that ignited earlier this week in West Miami -Dade, increasing already smoky conditions in the area and leading authorities to shut down Krome Avenue in both directions. The most recent blaze broke out late Wednesday morning along the 14600 bl
Key takeaway The most recent blaze broke out late Wednesday morning along the 14600 block of Northwest 185th Street in Northwest Miami-Dade, near Mile Marker 31 and Mack’s Fish Camp, on the east aide of U.
Why this matters in The Miami
The formation of a third brush fire in West Miami-Dade underscores the challenges faced by local firefighters in containing the blazes, and the impact on nearby communities is growing. With Krome Avenue closed between Southwest Eighth Street and US 27, commuters who rely on this major thoroughfare will need to find alternative routes, potentially affecting travel times and daily routines. The proximity of the fires to power lines also raises concerns about the potential for disruptions to essential services. As the smoke from the fires spreads to neighboring areas, including Broward County, residents in Miramar and other nearby cities are dealing with the fallout, from reduced visibility to ash settling on cars. The situation is a reminder that Miami-Dade's wildland-urban interface, where developed areas meet wildland areas, poses a significant fire risk, especially during periods of extreme heat.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 17, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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