3 firefighters die fighting Snyder Fire near Colorado-Utah border

The fast-moving flames of a wildfire burning near the Colorado-Utah border claimed the lives of three firefighters and injured two others who had huddled inside emergency shelters to escape the blaze.

Fourth of July fireworks get green light in Florida despite widespread wildfire concerns

Fireworks will illuminate the Florida sky this Fourth of July as residents celebrate America's 250th birthday, but officials are preaching caution amid statewide drought conditions.

Florida Forest Service warns of drought ahead of Fourth of July as wildfire threat remains present

Fire crews are battling daily wildfire outbreaks along the Florida coastline as a persistent summer drought creates fire dangers. The Florida Forest Service is warning the public to use caution with outdoor tools and holiday celebrations as Independence Day approaches.

Judge caps attorneys’ legal fees in Maui wildfire settlement

A Maui judge has significantly reduced the legal fees related to the $4.03 billion Maui wildfire settlement, awarding victims’ lawyers a fraction of the $1 billion they had sought.

Sarasota County brush fire contained after homes evacuated in Stoneybrook at Venice neighborhood: SCFD

Firefighters battled a brush fire in Sarasota County that has grew to 24 acres and prompted the evacuation of 10 nearby homes in the Stoneybrook at Venice neighborhood, according to Sarasota County Fire Department officials.

Lithia brush fire spreads, leaves 1 person critically injured: HCFR

A brush fire in Lithia scorched approximately 10 acres on Friday afternoon, sending one person to the hospital in critical condition, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.

Hernando County dump truck fire spreads to nearby brush, causes major delays on southbound I-75: FHP

A dump truck fire is causing major traffic delays in Hernando County on Wednesday afternoon. Portions of lanes along southbound Interstate 75 are closed near mile marker 295, after flames spread from the vehicle into nearby brush, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Weeki Wachee brush fire prompts multiple home evacuations: HCFR

Fire crews are working to contain a brush fire burning in Weeki Wachee near U.S. 19 and Cortez Boulevard, which led to evacuations for several homes in the area Friday evening, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

Tampa brush fire grows quickly, spreads to Copeland Park: TFR

Tampa Fire Rescue firefighters battled a quickly moving brush fire that spread to Copeland Park Friday evening. 

Hernando County brush fire grows as crews work to contain area

Crews are battling a brush fire that sparked Thursday afternoon in South Brooksville, according to the Florida Forest Service.

Crews battle wildfire in Hudson near Dixie Highway

Fire crews are working to contain an approximately 25-acre wildfire in Hudson, according to the Florida Forest Service.

Hillsborough County hosts Prescribed Fire Fest as early brush fire season heats up

Even before peak brush fire season arrives, wildfire crews across the region are already busy. From Polk County to Wimauma, dry conditions have sparked fires and raised concerns about what the months ahead could bring.

Hillsborough County Prescribed Fire Fest
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Hillsborough County will host the Prescribed Fire Fest on Saturday to introduce residents to a land management tactic that’s been in use for centuries. 

Hernando County brush fire destroys 2 vehicles, damages several more: HCFR

A brush fire Thursday afternoon spread to several vehicles in the area north of Weeki Wachee, damaging seven and destroying at least two, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

Crews battle massive brush fire burning in Wimauma: HCFR

Firefighters are battling a large brush fire that has grown to approximately 350 acres Sunday afternoon in Wimauma, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.

Bay Area firefighters continue to respond to brush fire calls as parts of region remain under burn ban

The wildfire threat is growing by the day across the Tampa Bay area. It's already keeping firefighters busy in several counties as they work to protect homes and residents from wildfires — and there's been quite a few already.