Brush fire ignites near Sebring neighborhood: HCFR

Highlands County Fire Rescue and Florida Forest Service crews are battling a brush fire near Quail Avenue in Sebring Tuesday afternoon.

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What we know:

According to Highlands County Fire Rescue, the smoky blaze is approximately 12 acres, and no homes are in danger at this time.

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Courtesy: Highlands County Fire Rescue

Crews are asking residents in nearby neighborhoods to avoid the area.

What we don't know:

The cause of the flames is currently unknown.

The Source: Information for this story was provided by Highlands County Fire Rescue.

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