Brush fire
Coverage of Brush fire in the Nexus archive.
- Brush fire erupts off I-75 in West Broward; fire scorches 3,600 acres
A brush fire burning off Interstate 75 in West Broward has scorched 3,600 acres and remains 0% contained. The fire, which erupted Thursday night near Mile Marker 40, has no additional details reported at this time.
- Brush fire burns 3,600 acres in West Broward; 0% contained
A brush fire in West Broward has burned 3,600 acres and remains 0% contained as of late Thursday night. Fire crews and the Florida Forest Service are responding to the blaze, which ignited about 10 miles north of Interstate 75 and west of US-27. The exact time the fire started is unclear.
- Eagle Rock brush fire damages multiple homes amid scorching summer heat
A small brush fire in Eagle Rock damaged multiple homes amid scorching summer heat, with one home burning as a result.
- Eagle Rock brush fire damages multiple homes amid scorching summer heat
A brush fire in Eagle Rock damaged multiple homes amid intense summer heat. One home was completely burned after the fire ignited in the area.
- Crews battling brush fire and structure fire in Eagle Rock area amid dangerous heat
Crews are battling a brush fire and a structure fire in the Eagle Rock area amid dangerous heat. The brush fire in Glendale tore through one home and threatens others.
- Brush fire burning at least 1 house in Eagle Rock area
Firefighters are battling a brush fire that has engulfed at least one house and is threatening others in Los Angeles' Eagle Rock neighborhood. The fire, reported at 3:01 p.m., is burning uphill toward Palmer Drive near the 2 Freeway and covers approximately 1 acre.
- Crews fighting Douglas County brush fire 'threatening multiple homes'
Crews are fighting a brush fire in Douglas County near 6544 Village Road that threatens multiple homes, according to South Metro Fire Rescue officials. Details about the number of homes at risk, fire size, or cause remain unspecified, and Denver7 is seeking further information as the story develops.
- Brush fire threatens homes in Santa Clarita, prompts evacuation warning
A brush fire in Santa Clarita is threatening homes and has prompted evacuation warnings.
- Massive brush fire breaks out dangerously close to SoCal homes, forcing evacuations
A fast-moving brush fire erupted in the Santa Clarita area, threatening nearby homes and forcing evacuations as Southern California experienced extreme heat from a summer heat wave.
- Brush fire threatens homes in Santa Clarita, prompts evacuation warning
A brush fire in Santa Clarita is threatening homes and has prompted evacuation warnings. The fire has led to the issuance of evacuation warnings for the area.
- Brush fire in Azusa grows to 25 acres, prompts closure of Highway 39
A brush fire in Azusa has grown to 25 acres and caused the closure of Highway 39, according to officials. The incident remains a local emergency with road access impacted.
- Waikoloa brush fire serves as reminder as Hawaiʻi enters peak wildfire season
A brush fire in Waikoloa highlights risks as Hawaiʻi enters its peak wildfire season. Recent rainfall led to significant plant growth, which is now drying out and increasing fire danger.
- 2nd brush fire in Antelope Valley triggers evacuation warning for some Fairmont residents
A second brush fire emerged in Antelope Valley on Saturday evening, prompting evacuation warnings for some Fairmont residents. The incident marks a recurrence of wildfire activity in the region.
- Brush fire in South Kohala forces evacuations, road closures
An active brush fire in South Kohala has led to evacuations and road closures. An evacuation shelter has been opened at the Waikoloa Elementary School cafeteria.
- Wildfire in Antelope Valley burns at least 1,600 acres, prompts evacuations
A brush fire ignited in the Antelope Valley community of Llano on Friday during mid-90-degree temperatures, burning 1,300 acres. The wildfire has prompted evacuations in the area.
- Lucerne Valley brush fire ignites multiple structures; ammunition reported exploding
A brush fire in Lucerne Valley caused multiple structures to ignite, with reports of ammunition exploding. The fire spread toward homes and other buildings on Friday afternoon.
- Lucerne Valley brush fire ignites multiple structures; ammunition reported exploding
A brush fire in Lucerne Valley ignited multiple structures and moved toward homes and other buildings on Friday afternoon. The fire was reported to have caused ammunition to explode.
- Evacuation warnings issued as more than 100 firefighters battle Lake Piru brush fire
An evacuation warning was issued near Lake Piru as a brush fire broke out on the border of Ventura and Los Angeles counties. Over 100 firefighters are battling the fire amid high temperatures.
- Evacuation warnings issued as more than 100 firefighters battle Lake Piru brush fire
A brush fire erupted near Lake Piru on the border of Ventura and Los Angeles counties, prompting evacuation warnings as over 100 firefighters battled the blaze amid high temperatures.
- LAPD helicopter makes emergency landing after being hit by drone at Encino brush fire, police say
A LAPD helicopter was hit by a drone during efforts to combat a brush fire near the Encino Reservoir, leading to an emergency landing. Police confirmed the incident occurred as crews worked to contain the fire.
- Volcano Fire: Brush fire near Murrieta prompts evacuation orders
Firefighters are combating a brush fire near Murrieta, which has led to evacuation orders. The incident, named the Volcano Fire, is currently being addressed by emergency responders.
- Evacuation orders issued in Novato neighborhood due to brush fire
Evacuation orders were issued in a Novato neighborhood due to a brush fire. Residents of Albion Court, Silvio Lane, Briarwood Court, and Sequoia Glen were told to evacuate immediately. Forward progress on the blaze had been halted by 4:30 p.m.
- Evacuation warning lifted in Encino as crews gain upper hand on brush fire
An evacuation warning in Encino was lifted as crews gained control of a brush fire that started near the 4500 block of North Encino Avenue. The fire rapidly expanded from half an acre to five acres within hours.
- Evacuation warning lifted for brush fire near Encino Reservoir; water drops halt flames' progress
A brush fire near Encino Reservoir and Sepulveda Basin prompted an evacuation warning, but LAFD helicopters used water drops to halt the flames' progress. The evacuation warning was subsequently lifted.
- Brush fire erupts in Encino near Sepulveda Basin
A small brush fire erupted in Encino near the Sepulveda Basin on Tuesday. The incident is localized and described as a minor fire.
- Brush fire in Castaic shuts down some 5 Freeway lanes, prompts evacuation warning
A brush fire near the 5 Freeway in Castaic has caused lane closures and an evacuation warning, according to authorities.
- Brush fire started by fireworks in Ocean View
A brush fire in the Ocean View East Beach area of Norfolk, Va., started by fireworks on July 3, was brought under control by fire crews on Friday evening. The incident occurred at Warwick and Ocean View, according to the Norfolk Police Department.
- Virginia Beach brush fire contained after three-hour battle
A fast-moving brush fire burned through a marsh in Virginia Beach Saturday night, keeping firefighters on scene for nearly three hours before it was contained. No homes or injuries were reported.
- Small brush fire burns along 605 Freeway in Irwindale
A brush fire burning near the southbound 605 Freeway in Irwindale is being addressed by firefighters. The fire currently covers approximately 10 acres.
- Brush fire causes lane closures on SB I-25 in Castle Pines
A brush fire near Interstate 25 in Castle Pines has caused lane closures and traffic delays. Crews are responding to the incident.
- Crews responding to brush fire at Fox Hollow Golf Course
Crews are responding to a brush fire at Fox Hollow Golf Course. The fire was reported at the golf course, prompting emergency response.
- Man arrested on suspicion of intentionally starting brush fire
Jefferson County deputies arrested an out-of-state man suspected of intentionally starting a brush fire during a drought and amid several major wildfires in the state.
- Suspect arrested for allegedly setting brush fire along Highway 74: Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
A suspect was arrested for allegedly setting a brush fire along Highway 74 in Jefferson County. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office identified the suspect as Royce Ben Jameson, 25, from New Mexico, who faces charges of setting fire to woods or prairie and third-degree criminal trespassing.
- June 30: Broward brush fire pushes some smoke, haze towards metro areas
A brush fire in inland Broward County is pushing smoke and haze toward metro areas, coinciding with a hot, humid day featuring mid-90s temperatures and heat indices up to 110 degrees. Afternoon storms are expected but will remain isolated, while a shift in wind direction later today will move the smoke inland over the Everglades.
- ‘It’s burning pretty good’: Crews work to keep brush fire near Sawgrass Expressway from spreading
A brush fire near Sawgrass Expressway and Atlantic Boulevard in the Everglades has spread to nearly 200 acres, with crews working to contain it as visible smoke and flames prompt reactions from nearby residents. The fire, which sparked on Sunday, remained uncontained as of Monday noon, though traffic has not yet been affected.
- June 29: Another hot, humid day with afternoon storms
June 29 will be hot and humid with high temperatures in the mid-90s and heat indices reaching 100-108 degrees. Afternoon storms are expected due to the sea breeze, but most metro and coastal areas will remain dry. Saharan dust will cause hazy conditions, and a brush fire in inland Broward County is pushing smoke inland over the Everglades.
- Homeless man blamed for dangerous fire between Sherman Oaks homes
A 13-year-old helped save his family’s Sherman Oaks home by waking to the sound of a brush fire burning outside at 3 a.m. on Saturday. The fire, which occurred in the 14000 block of Hesby Street, is being blamed on a homeless man captured on surveillance cameras by neighbors.
- Brush fire causes major BART delays Friday evening
A brush fire near Warm Springs station caused major delays on the BART Berryessa Line in multiple directions Friday evening. As of 6:48 p.m., delays were reduced to 10 minutes but remained active.
- Brush fire in Virginia Beach set by children playing with fire
A brush fire in a wooded area on Criollo Drive in Virginia Beach was caused by children playing with fire, as reported by the Virginia Beach Police Department on Wednesday afternoon.
- Record Heat
Miami experienced a record high of 95°F, with heat advisories and smoke from a western Miami-Dade brush fire affecting air quality. High pressure will bring drier conditions by Thursday, while a potential tropical storm near Texas may develop but is expected to move inland soon.