PUTNAM COUNTY, Fla. — Crews are responding to a brush fire in the Georgetown area of Putnam County.
It’s happening near Landvale Street and Georgetown Shortcut Road, officials say.
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When Putnam County Fire Rescue’s Engine 9 arrived on scene, they saw a fast spreading brush fire, with spot fires.
PCFR said no structures are currently in danger.
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Florida Forest Service - Waccasassa Forestry Center is also responding with multiple dozers and a supervisor.
Crews were busy over the weekend in Putnam County, responding to at least five other fires.
Leaders declared a state of emergency due to abnormally dry conditions leading to fires in the area.
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