Brush fires continued to burn throughout Miami-Dade County on Saturday, with thousands of acres scorched and some roads still shut down.
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The smell of smoke was hard to miss out, and thick haze was seen in the air.
Throughout the day, helicopters dropped water on hot spots as crews continued to work on getting the fires under control.
According to officials, three fires remain active.
The largest, the Quarry Fire, has burned more than 17,600 acres and is now 97% contained.
The Well Fire has grown to 1,425 acres and is 60% contained, and the Coptic Fire has burned more than 5,700 acres and is 40% contained.
“Right now, dry air and windy conditions are increasing the risk of fast- moving grass fires,” said Erika Benitez with the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue.
Officials are asking residents to take caution.
“Please avoid burning any yard debris on windy days,” Benitez said. “Never throw cigarettes out of your vehicle and avoid grilling near dry grassy areas.”
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Officials are also warning residents to protect themselves as smoke continues to impact air quality.
The fires have also forced evacuations.
But there is some good news tonight.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office posted on X that residents of Jones Fish Camp who were forced to leave can now return home.
The American Red Cross said it is still providing shelter and support to six people and a cat displaced by the fires.
Krome Avenue remains closed between US 27 and Tamiami Trail.
According to the Florida Forest Service’s website, there appears to be a fourth fire burring South of Tamiami Trail and West of Krome, which is 0% contained.
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NBC6 has reached out to authorities about details on a possible fourth fire.