NewsWSVN 7 MiamiAugust 20, 2026Miami-Dade
Brush Fire in West Miami-Dade Triggers Air Quality Alert
A 200-acre brush fire is burning in western Miami-Dade County near mile markers 41 to 43 and is currently not contained. The National Weather Service has issued an air quality alert for the area due to smoke, while a heat advisory remains in effect for South Florida.
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Residents should be aware of potential breathing hazards from smoke and extreme heat conditions in the area.
Key Facts
- The fire has burned approximately 200 acres and is currently 0% contained.
- An air quality alert is in effect for Miami-Dade County due to smoke.
- A heat advisory is active with projected heat index readings between 105 and 112 degrees Fahrenheit.