Krome Avenue and Florida's Turnpike reopen as brush fires continue to burn
As several brush fires continue to burn in Miami-Dade County, roadways that were closed have been reopened on Sunday.
According to the Florida Department of Transportation, all lanes along Krome Avenue and Tamiami Trail have been reopened.
All lanes on Florida’s Turnpike have also reopened.
Three wildfires have been burning in Miami-Dade for several days.
According to officials, three fires remain active.
The largest, the Quarry Fire, has burned more than 19,000 acres and is now 97% contained.
The Well Fire has grown to 1,425 acres and is 75% contained, and the Corrections Fire has burned more than 120 acres and has not been contained.
“Right now, dry air and windy conditions are increasing the risk of fast- moving grass fires,” said Erika Benitez with the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue.
Officials are asking residents to take caution.
“Please avoid burning any yard debris on windy days,” Benitez said. “Never throw cigarettes out of your vehicle and avoid grilling near dry grassy areas.”
Officials are also warning residents to protect themselves as smoke continues to impact air quality.
The fires have also forced evacuations.
But there is some good news tonight.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office posted on X that residents of Jones Fish Camp who were forced to leave can now return home.
The American Red Cross said it is still providing shelter and support to six people and a cat displaced by the fires.
