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Officials scale back crews fighting brush fires in West Miami-Dade as blazes get contained
By Matthew Garcia at WSVN 7 News
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
Officials are scaling back their response to multiple brush fires that erupted in West Miami -Dade. Photos sent by a passenger aboard a flight heading to Miami International Airport shows the fires are nearly completely put out after burning for more than a week. At one point, authorities shut down s
Key takeaway The wildfires have burned more than 22,000 acres since they first started.
Why this matters in The Miami
The containment of the West Miami-Dade brush fires brings relief to nearby neighborhoods, including those in the western parts of the county that are prone to wildfires. With the fires at least 85% contained, residents can breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that the risk of the fires spreading to their communities has decreased. The fact that a smaller number of crews will remain in the area to monitor the embers is a prudent move, given the history of wildfires in the region. Miami-Dade's wildland-urban interface, where developed areas meet wildland areas, poses a significant fire risk, especially during periods of dry weather. The scaling back of crews will allow resources to be allocated to other areas of need, while still maintaining a watchful eye on the contained fires, which have already burned over 22,000 acres.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Officials are scaling back their response to multiple brush fires that erupted in West Miami-Dade. Photos sent by a passenger aboard a flight heading to Miami International Airport shows the fires are nearly completely put out after burning for more than a week. At one point, authorities shut down s
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