Nassau County wildfire now 95% contained; 1,000 acres burned
Aftermath of fire in rural Nassau County. (Facebook)
NASSAU COUNTY, Fla. – A massive wildfire that broke out in Nassau County last week is now 95% contained, according to the Florida Forest Service (FFS).
FFS said the fire has burned 1,053 acres since it started on Thursday in a rural area west of Bryceville.
RELATED: Nassau County wildfire slows, holds at 1,053 acres, 75% containment; All roads reopen in area
The Florida Forest Service Jacksonville District said Monday it will continue with mop-up procedures throughout the week and some interior smoke is expected.
Officials are asking people to use caution around the areas of CR-119 and CR-121.
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