Lafayette County, Florida · Wildfire
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The South Canal- Lafayette Fire is a wildfire near Lafayette County, Florida. It has burned about 2,265 acres (about 2,000 football fields). Crews have boxed in 97% of its edge; the other 3% isn't contained yet. It was first reported about 3 months ago. About 174 people are on it, run by a Type 4 IC.
The size and containment above are current as of Saturday, July 18th at 3:28 p.m. CDT.
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About 174 people are assigned to this fire, run by a Type 4 IC.
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