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Massive Blue Gill Wildfire burns 750 acres in West Miami-Dade, 0% contained
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· August 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The fire has consumed a significant amount of land, with 750 acres affected.
A wildfire is burning in West Miami -Dade, specifically in the Southwest area. The fire has consumed a significant amount of land, with 750 acres affected. The fire's location is near the intersection of Southwest Eighth Street and Krome Avenue.
Firefighters are working to contain the blaze, but as of now, it remains uncontained. Further information about the fire, including updates on containment and any necessary precautions for residents, is available from local news sources, such as CBS4 Miami.
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Category: safety Published: August 3, 2026 Source: CBS4 Miami Reading time: 1 min
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