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Effective Wednesday, Cape Coral rescinded a temporary burn ban issued on March 10
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Disturbed weather developing in the Gulf of Mexico had meteorologists wondering if it would become the first tropical system there in April, one that might ease Southwest Florida's drought
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Fire crews were called to a section on the interstate when a wildfire produced flames and smoke near the Bonita Beach Road exit.
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The National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center reported Thursday that 55% of Florida is in the severe to extreme drought category, with most of the rest of the state listed as “abnormally dry.” The driest conditions are in southwest Florida, the same region hammered by Hurricane Ian in September.
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The Cypress Camp Trail Fire, which started on April 4, 2023, is now 9,749 acres and 81% contained. Crews will continue to hold and improve the perimeter of the fire over the next several days, or until precipitation ensures the fire is secure.
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The Cypress Camp Trail wildfire is currently 7,600 acres with 10% containment and the source of the fire remains under investigation.
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The National Interagency Fire Center reported the Big Cypress National Preserve reported Thursday that the fire had grown by more than 50 percent.
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“The further south you go, the drier it is,” State Forester Rick Dolan said. “Southwest Florida is the driest part of the state, around the Fort Myers area, very dry right now.”
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The typical spring wildfire season is in full swing on Southwest Florida, already burning down home in the day fu;;s
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Identified as the Raccoon Wildfire, it is estimated to be more than 200 acres in size and burning in a mixture of grass, brush and pine.