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NewsWSVN 7 MiamiAugust 14, 2026Miami-Dade

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue reopens Krome Avenue following Radio Tower brush fire

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue has reopened Krome Avenue between Southwest 8th Street and Southwest 88th Street after a brush fire caused significant traffic delays. The fire, named the Radio Tower Fire, has burned 700 acres and is currently 50% contained with no threat to nearby structures.

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Why It Matters

Residents in West Miami-Dade experienced significant traffic delays and poor air quality due to the fire, which remains an active emergency response effort.

Key Facts

  • The Radio Tower Fire has burned 700 acres and is 50% contained.
  • The TRAIL fire has burned 25 acres and is 80% contained.
  • Krome Avenue is reopened between Southwest 8th Street and Southwest 88th Street.
  • Neither fire currently threatens any structures or residents.
  • The TRAIL fire is reported to be producing no smoke.
  • The Radio Tower Fire caused significant traffic delays and poor air quality in West Miami-Dade.
  • Florida Forest Service is assisting Miami-Dade Fire Rescue with containment.

Who's Mentioned

otherTRAIL fire“A secondary fire affecting 25 acres.”organizationFlorida Forest Service“Assisting in fire containment efforts.”otherRadio Tower Fire“The primary brush fire affecting 700 acres.”organizationMiami-Dade Fire Rescue“Primary agency managing the fire response.”