U.S. Forest Service - National Forests in Florida

06/10/2026

Having an emergency "Go Bag" is a good idea year-round, especially in Florida! We are now in hurricane season (June 1 - November 30). Destructive weather, wildfires and other crisis events can happen anytime, anywhere. Check out this list of recommended essentials to help with gathering and preparing your supply kits.

Wildfires can move fast. Having a go bag ready can save precious time. Pack essentials like documents, first aid supplies, water, clothing and chargers so you can leave quickly if conditions change. Learn more at ready.gov/wildfires and stay prepared.

06/08/2026

WILDFIRE Update-Ocala National Forest🔥
7:30pm, Monday, June 8, 2026
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After The Flames: Suppression Repair Work on 2025 Fernadez Fire
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In late March 2025, slightly more than a year ago, under similar drought and high fire danger conditions as today, the FERNADEZ FIRE burned 565 acres in northeastern Lake County, on national forest lands both within and adjacent to the southern portion of the Alexander Springs Wilderness, 5 miles west of Deland, FL.
The FERNADEZ FIRE was located approximately 4 miles southeast of the current SHELL FIRE. Tractor-plow units cut firelines through dense vegetation outside of the Wilderness in order to suppress the Fernadez Fire.
Following wildfire suppression and control, Resource Advisors (READs) assessed the impacts of the constructed plow lines, and prescribed repair work needed to return the natural and cultural resources impacted by the fire suppression efforts to their pre-fire conditions. This includes work on forest system roads, and work on firelines to restore the natural contour of the ground, reestablish vegetation, prevent erosion, and block vehicles from travelling off designated routes.
Following approval of the Suppression Repair Plan by the USDA Forest Service, work is currently underway by a crew from Gulf Coast Heavy Equipment and Forestry, a federal contractor based in Eastpoint,FL, using a medium-sized excavator under the supervision of a USFS Heavy Equipment Boss (HEQB). Wildland fire work continues long after the flames are extinquished.



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As of today, June 8, 2026, the SHELL FIRE within and adjacent to the northern portion of the Alexander Springs Wilderness, remains at 2,822 acres with 70% containment. Some isolated areas of smoldering and smoking vegetation remain deep in the fire's interior and crews continue to monitor and patrol the fire daily.
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06/08/2026

🚨 Happening live TODAY, June 8 at 3 PM ET: Secretary Rollins will host a press conference providing updates on the New World Screwworm.

▶️ www.usda.gov/live

06/07/2026

WILDFIRE UPDATE-Ocala National Forest🔥
7:30pm, Sunday, June 7, 2026
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At 11:00am today, wildland firefighters from NM Engine 641 on patrol on the Ocala National Forest discovered a large unattended campfire burning near the edge of the day use area / Florida Trail trailhead portion of the Farles Prairie Recreation Area in eastern Marion County, FL. Using handtools and water from their Type-6 wildland fire engine, crew members quickly and thoroughly extinguished the fire.
Although national forest fire restrictions and local county burn bans have been lifted, it is never acceptable to leave a campfire burning unattended. Remember to DROWN, STIR, and FEEL.
DROWN your fire with water. STIR all embers, coals, and sticks. Add more water and stir again. FEEL all materials with the back of your hand slightly above the coals. Don't leave your fire until you know it is completely cold and out.



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06/07/2026

Update 11:15am, 7 June- the Woodlake boat ramp is now open.

🛑 Closure Notice - Apalachicola National Forest: 340 Fire

The Woodlake boat ramp will be closed for a short time today due to on-ground wildfire suppression operations. Once equipment is clear of the area it will be reopened to the public.

The boat ramp is in the Woodlake Recreation Area off FR 338 Woodlake Rd.

06/06/2026

🔥Apalachicola NF Wildfire Alert 7 June, 8::30am-New Light Fire - 148 acres/60% contained.

Firefighters continue to mop-up areas of heat and improve containment on the New Light Fire. Crews will patrol and monitor the perimeter the fire.

🔥Apalachicola NF Wildfire Alert 6 June, 4:30pm New Light Fire - 148 acres/50% contained

US Forest Service and Florida Forest Servicewildland crews, working in mutual aid, continued aggressive initial attack on the New Light Fire this morning. A 3 acre burn operation was conducted ont he northwest portion of the fire.

Firefighters have a line around the fire and will continue to patrol and monitor this fire.

Smoke impacts are possible on Hwy 267 and Springhill Hwy tonight and into early Sunday morning. Use caution if using these roads. If drivers encounter smoke, reduce speed and turn on low beams.

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🔥Apalachicola NF Wildfire Alert 5 June, 8:00pm🔥
New Light Fire - 148 acres/50% contained
Human caused

The New Light started around 1:00pm on private property and quickly spread to Apalachicola National Forest property.

Structures were threatened and Wakulla County Fire Rescue responded for Structure protection.

US Forest Service and FFlorida Forest Servicewildland crews, dozers and helicopters are on scene.

Please use caution if driving SpringHill Highway as fire crews are present near the road.

Wakulla County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Jared MillerKKeep Wakulla County Beautiful

06/06/2026

🔥WILDFIRE / BRUSH FIRE UPDATE🔥

The Springhill Rd fire is currently contained but remains active. Wakulla County Fire Rescue has an engine and brush truck staged on Mills Circle for structure protection.

WILDFIRE / BRUSH FIRE UPDATE

The Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office, Wakulla County Fire Rescue, and U.S. Forest Service / Forestry are on scene of a wildfire in the Spring Hill Rd, Seaboard Dr, and Mill Circle area.

The fire started on private property and is now estimated at approximately 60 acres. It is moving north toward the Helen Guard Station / National Forest.

Please avoid the area. Heavy smoke may limit visibility, and emergency crews are actively working nearby.

Wakulla County Fire Rescue is providing structural protection.

The Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office is assisting with evacuations of nearby residences as needed.

Florida Forest Service / Forestry is on scene, and a bulldozer is on the ground assisting with fire operations.

06/05/2026

06/05/2026