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Families seek answers after ICE transfers detainees from Krome facility due to Miami-Dade brush fires
By Ivan Taylor at CBS4 Miami
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
Federal immigration officials confirmed Tuesday that detainees housed at the Krome Service Processing Center in West Miami -Dade were evacuated over the weekend due to brush fires burning near the facility, leaving relatives of some detainees without information regarding their loved ones' whereabout
Key takeaway In a statement, ICE said the evacuation was initiated "out of an abundance of caution" due to the wildfires surrounding the site.
Why this matters in The Miami
The evacuation of detainees from the Krome Service Processing Center due to brush fires raises concerns about the impact on families and the legal process in Miami-Dade County. For relatives like Ivette Dominguez, the lack of information about their loved ones' whereabouts and potential return to Krome is distressing. This situation also highlights the complexities of immigration proceedings in South Florida, where detainees may be transferred to facilities in other states, potentially altering their legal circumstances. Immigration attorney Morella Aguado's insight that detainees with upcoming court dates, like her client, may be transferred suggests that the relocation decisions may involve multiple factors beyond just the immediate safety concerns. As the situation unfolds, it will be crucial to monitor how these transfers affect the detainees' access to legal representation and their ability to navigate the immigration system in Miami-Dade County.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Federal immigration officials confirmed Tuesday that detainees housed at the Krome Service Processing Center in West Miami-Dade were evacuated over the weekend due to brush fires burning near the facility, leaving relatives of some detainees without information regarding their loved ones' whereabout
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