Wildfire In Volusia County At The Clark Bay Conservation Area Near Deland Fully Contained
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For those of you who had been smelling something smoky in the air of Central Florida today, it is good to report that the wildfire in Volusia County at the Clark Bay Conservation area near Deland is finally fully contained, according to the Florida Department of Agriculture. Forward progression of the fire has stopped. Thanks to the wildland firefighters and Volusia County Fire Rescue for suppressing this fire quickly. The Florida Forest Service, Flagler County Fire Rescue and Volusia Fire Rescue were on hand at Volusia fire. No homes or businesses were threatened by the flames, authorities say. Smoke continues to impact US 92/International Speedway Boulevard, so drivers should remain cautious. Florida Forest Service is also working with partners at Florida Highway Patrol of Orlando (@FHPOrlando). For FDACS (Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services)’s web site where you can check for current active and reported wildfires in the state of Florida, please click HERE. You may also check out the Florida wildfire, smoke map: Track latest wildfires, red flag warnings, please click HERE.
According to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services‘ (FDACS)’s data, more than 1,800 wildfires have been reported, burning 82, 586 acres from Jan. 1 to June 11 this year (2023). The high risk season for fires in Florida is usually between March and June, coinciding with drought conditions in some parts of the state.
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Gathered, written, and posted by Windermere Sun-Susan Sun Nunamaker More about the community at www.WindermereSun.com
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