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Shark Valley reopens after 3 fires ignited across Everglades National Park
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Kevin Boulandier , as published by WSVN 7 News
· August 24, 2026
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Key points The Chipmunk Fire has burned over 17,000 acres and is 60% contained. Two other fires, the Vulture Fire and the Movie Dome Fire, have burned 347 acres and over 6,200 acres, respectively, and have been fully contained.
Firefighters have gained control over several brushfires that were burning in an area. The fires, which were ignited by lightning strikes, led to the closure of the Shark Valley area over the weekend. However, the area has now been reopened.
The Chipmunk Fire has burned over 17,000 acres and is 60% contained. Two other fires, the Vulture Fire and the Movie Dome Fire, have burned 347 acres and over 6,200 acres, respectively, and have been fully contained. No injuries were reported as a result of the fires.
Further details about the fires are available from the source. The fires were brought under control after efforts by firefighters, allowing the Shark Valley area to reopen.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 24, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
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