There were multiple local brush fires over the weekend including one in St Johns Bluff. The fires are 100% contained.
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Crews from Northeast, Florida are helping battle a large brush fire in Bay County. The fire began on Friday, and is 30% contained, according to the forest service. It stemmed from burning trash. Duval is the only local county with some form of a burn ban. The county does, however, allow open burning of yard waste. There is a burn ban in Bay and Calhoun counties where the fires are.
Florida experiences the second-highest number of wildfires in the nation. It’s important to have an evacuation plan, especially for those living in wooded areas. A complete plan includes An escape route, a family meeting place, instructions for children. Also, take steps to make your house as fireproof as possible, plans for a fast getaway and provisions for pets.
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