SPRING HILL, Fla. — A 20-acre brush in Hernando County has been brought under control, according to the Florida Forrest Service.
Hernando County Sheriff's Office (HCSO), along with Forestry, was at the scene of a brush fire in the area of Bayridge Court and Carissa Court in Spring Hill, Friday.
Officials provided protection for a few homes and are asking residents to stay inside.
The fire was brought under control around 4:40 p.m.
There is no evacuation order placed, HCSO said.
The Florida Forest Service continues to drop water on the fire and asks residents not to use drones or fly helicopters in the area.
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