safety
Quarry 2 wildfire in west Miami -Dade continues burning as smoke impacts air quality in surrounding communities
By Zachary Bynum at CBS4 Miami
· June 16, 2026
· 2 min read
Crews in west Miami-Dade are continuing their battle against the Quarry 2 wildfire, which broke out on Monday afternoon and is still sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and impacting air quality in surrounding communities.As of Tuesday morning, the Quarry 2 wildfire has scorched about 600 acr
Key takeaway According to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, dozens of crews, including crews with the Florida Forest Service, responded to reports of the fire near Northwest 137th Avenue and Northwest 41st Street around 3 p.
Why this matters in The Miami
The Quarry 2 wildfire's impact on air quality in surrounding communities is a pressing concern for residents, particularly in areas like Doral where strong winds have pushed smoke. Miami-Dade County's history of hurricane-related flooding and sea-level rise already poses significant environmental challenges, and the added threat of wildfires exacerbates these issues. The fire's proximity to power lines and the temporary isolation of a section of power line by Florida Power & Light workers highlights the potential for infrastructure disruptions. As crews work to contain the fire, residents in nearby neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood should remain vigilant about air quality and follow any instructions from local authorities. The response from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and the Florida Forest Service demonstrates the importance of coordinated efforts in addressing wildfires, and the community should be prepared for potential future incidents.
About this story
Original reporting by CBS4 Miami . The Miami surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit CBS4 Miami . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: safety ·
Published: June 16, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
newsletter" aria-label="Newsletter signup" style="margin:24px 0;padding:20px 24px;background:linear-gradient(135deg,#1e3a5f 0%,#2d5a8c 100%);border-radius:10px;color:#fff">
Get more The Miami stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering safety and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? Crews in west Miami-Dade are continuing their battle against the Quarry 2 wildfire, which broke out on Monday afternoon and is still sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and impacting air quality in surrounding communities.As of Tuesday morning, the Quarry 2 wildfire has scorched about 600 acr
When was this published? This article was first published on June 16, 2026 by CBS4 Miami and curated for The Miami readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Zachary Bynum at CBS4 Miami. To learn more about how The Miami selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more safety coverage from The Miami, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More safety →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter