Brush Fire Burns in Western Broward County Near Everglades

Brush Fire Update

• 🔥 A brush fire is actively burning in western Broward County, specifically in the Everglades off US 27 near Weston.
• ⚠️ Firefighters are on the scene battling the flames, which have not yet been contained.
• 📏 Approximately 15 acres are currently involved in the fire.

Impact and Conditions

• 💨 The fire is producing thick smoke, visible from live pictures.
• 🏡 Fortunately, the fire is not currently threatening any businesses or homes.
• 🚗 Southbound traffic on US 27 is being rerouted south of Interstate 75 due to the fire.
• 🌾 Elevated wildfire concerns exist due to a lack of measurable rain in South Florida for nearly two weeks.

Viewer Footage

• 📸 A Local 10 viewer, photographer Steve Romero, shared drone footage of the fire.
• 🏫 The flames are burning not far from West Broward High School and Somerset High School.