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Brush fire burned in Weeki Wachee as crews worked to contain it

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WEEKI WACHEE, Fla. — Hernando County Fire Rescue (HCFR) said firefighters battled a brush fire in the 12000 block of Seabird Avenue in Weeki Wachee, which drew multiple units to the scene.

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Officials said no structures were threatened, but asked residents and motorists to avoid the area while crews continue containment efforts.

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The Florida Forest Service’s Withlacoochee Forestry Center assisted HCFR with fire suppression and control. Officials said the fire is under control.

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