25-acre brush fire off I-75 in Collier County lowers air quality

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The Greater Naples Fire Rescue responded to a 25-acre brush fire at Mile Marker 96 on Interstate 75 in the Picayune Strand State Forest.

The Florida Forest Service, North Collier Fire Rescue District, and a Collier County Sheriff’s Office helicopter responded to the brush fire on Thursday afternoon.

Credit: Greater Naples Fire Rescue

According to the Greater Naples Fire Rescue Crew, around 95% of the fire has been contained by Friday morning. However, the heavy smoke in the area has diminished the air quality for nearby residents.

Hazy conditions along Immokalee Road were reported.

Crews advise motorists to drive cautiously when traveling through the area.

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