Public safety leaders urge caution, awareness while battling wildfires
Published on April 20, 2026
While wildfire activity remains high across the state due to the extreme drought, neighbors are urged to adhere to the countywide burn ban and keep vehicles off dry grass, properly dispose of smoking materials, avoid open flames or sparks and not light fireworks or sparklers. Visit bewildfirereadyFL.com for tips on preparing your property and creating an evacuation plan.