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NewsWSVN 7News – Local NewsAugust 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 following a brush fire that began Thursday. The fire, known as the Radio Tower Fire, has burned 700 acres and is currently 50% contained.

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Why It Matters

Residents in West Miami-Dade experienced significant traffic delays and poor air quality due to the fire, though officials report no current threat to homes or communities.

Key Facts

  • Krome Avenue is reopened between Southwest 8th Street and Southwest 88th Street.
  • The Radio Tower Fire has burned 700 acres.
  • The Radio Tower Fire is 50% contained as of Saturday morning.
  • The TRAIL fire has burned 25 acres and is 80% contained.
  • Officials report no current threat to structures or residents from either fire.
  • The TRAIL fire is not producing smoke.
  • The Radio Tower Fire began on Thursday afternoon.
  • The Florida Forest Service is assisting Miami-Dade Fire Rescue with containment.

Who's Mentioned

otherTRAIL fire“A secondary, smaller fire near SW 8th St and 172nd.”organizationFlorida Forest Service“Assisting in containment efforts.”other700“Acres burned by the Radio Tower Fire.”otherRadio Tower Fire“The primary brush fire affecting Krome Avenue.”organizationMiami-Dade Fire Rescue“Primary agency managing the fire response and road closures.”other25“Acres burned by the TRAIL fire.”