NASSAU COUNTY, Fla. – Two brush fires are burning in Nassau County, prompting road closures and drawing a response from multiple agencies.
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Fire near Conner Nelson Road
The larger fire is burning off Conner Nelson Road, just north of Bay Road. The Florida Forest Service’s Jacksonville Forestry Center has dispatched two firefighting tractor-plow units to the scene.
The fire is estimated to be 250 acres and is 5 percent contained, according to the Florida Forest Service.
No structures are being threatened at this time. Crews are working to contain the blaze, and those in the area should exercise caution.
Fire near Murrhee Road
The Florida Forest Service’s Jacksonville Forestry Center has also dispatched a firefighting tractor-plow unit to a slow-moving brushfire off Murrhee Road, just east of US-1. The fire is estimated at a quarter of an acre.
No structures are being threatened at this time. Crews are actively working to suppress the fire, and anyone in the area is asked to exercise caution.
Road closures in effect
The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office has implemented road closures to keep traffic out of the area and allow emergency personnel to operate safely. The following roads are currently closed:
- Bay Road
- CR 121 near Conner Nelson Road
Drivers are asked to avoid the area and use alternate routes. Updates will be provided as they become available.