Miami wildfires force hundreds to evacuate, consume over 6,600 hectares

Wildfires have forced hundreds of residents to evacuate their homes in the Miami metropolitan area, as two blazes have scorched over 6,600 hectares (16,400 acres). While firefighters have achieved 70% containment on the larger 'Quarry 2' fire, the 'Well' fire, affecting 500 acres, is only 25% controlled.

Authorities issued an order for approximately 200 residents to leave their homes, while hundreds more evacuated voluntarily. The fires are located west of Hialeah and Doral, communities with significant populations of Cuban and Venezuelan origin in Miami-Dade County, South Florida.

The smoke plume from the fires has raised concerns, with the Miami-Dade Fire Department warning that it could travel further, affecting visibility and air quality across the county. Over 40 units, including specialized equipment, are engaged in containment and extinguishment efforts. Road closures and detours are possible as conditions change.

These fires are occurring amidst a severe drought affecting nearly 63% of Florida, with Miami facing water scarcity alerts. Nationally, U.S. wildfires this year have already impacted twice the area compared to the same period in 2025, with over 32,000 incidents damaging 2.52 million acres.

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It is possible that road closures or detours will be implemented as conditions change to ensure public safety. Smoke and haze may also affect roads.