Newsweek
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Several wildfires are burning across Florida on Friday, with red flag warnings in place for a number of counties. The blazes have forced a number of road closures across the state this week, including the US-1's 18-Mile Stretch on Thursday, which hampered connection between the mainland and Florida Keys. Florida's wildfire season runs year-round, but peaks from late spring through summer. Current dry conditions and gusty winds have increased the threat of...