BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. — A brush fire that sparked over the weekend in western Broward County is now fully contained, according to the Florida Forest Service.
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FFS officials said Wednesday afternoon that the Max Road Fire, which burned 11,446 acres in the Everglades, is now 100% contained and controlled.
The fire broke out Sunday and had previously been reported at 70% containment Tuesday morning.
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Firefighters also continue “mop-up operations” on the nearby 172 Avenue Fire, which has burned 315 acres and is now 65% contained, officials said.
With dry conditions continuing across South Florida, the Florida Forest Service is encouraging residents to “see something, say something” and avoid outdoor burning or carelessly discarding cigarettes.
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