- April 26, 2024
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The following is adapted from a release from the Northeast Florida Incident Management Team Grey:
The Espanola Fire, located northwest of Espanola off the old railroad bed, is well over 2,500 acres as of June 9, and is moving in a westerly direction. Five days ago, on June 5, the fire was 900 acres. The fire is 25% contained and will continue to grow. Several homes were endangered throughout the night.
There are no evacuation orders at this time.
Crews worked to hold the fire from damaging the homes.
Fire suppression units and deputies with the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office have been sent out in areas that could potentially be threatened by the Espanola Fire in the area of State Road 100 between John Campbell Drive and the Putnam County line, to ensure their preparedness if the order is given.
This is only an early notification that the need may arise for evacuation over the next few days. This information is only to heighten the homeowners’ awareness of the situation.
There are multiple agencies working this fire, including units from the Division of Forestry, Flagler County Fire and Public Works, Bunnell, Palm Coast and Flagler Beach, as well as Clay, Duval and Volusia counties.
The White Eagle Fire is located between U.S. 1 and County Road 335, north of the White Eagle and south of Seminole Woods Boulevard. This fire is 120 acres and has lines around most of it. It is 80% contained.
The Division of Forestry back burned any pockets still smoking. Palm Coast crews will monitor.
The Strawn Fire is located close to the western county line north of CR 305. This fire is 77 acres and is not contained. This fire produced 150-foot flames, as seen by FireFlight.
There will be multiple fire suppression resources working and monitoring this fire.
The Tattoo West Fire is located near State Road 11, north of the county line. This fire is 8 acres in size and is currently being monitored by various suppression apparatus.
The following are 10 tips for defending your home from wildfire:
1. Define your defensible space.
2. Reduce flammable brush around your home and under nearby trees.
3. Prune or remove trees.
4. Keep grass and weeds low.
5. Clear woodpiles and building materials away from your home.
6. Keep your yard and roof clean.
7. Keep address signs visible.
8. Choose fire-resistant building materials an lawn furniture.
9. Recycle yard debris — avoid burning.
10. Be prepared to respond to wildfire.
