The City of Homestead and Homestead Police are closely monitoring the fire with emergency teams to ensure public safety.
Health: Those with respiratory conditions should limit outdoor exposure. When driving through smoke, keep windows closed and use A/C on recirculate mode.
Traffic: US 1 is open but may close intermittently for fire operations. Card Sound Road remains closed until further notice.
Power: Active fires under high-voltage lines are causing brief outages; minor tower damage may affect cell and internet service.
Safety: The Florida Keys Sheriff's Department reports no injuries or threats to structures. Multiple aircraft, including three helicopters and a large aircraft, are dropping water on the fire.
NASCAR: The Homestead Miami Speedway events will continue as scheduled.
Stay vigilant and follow official City of Homestead updates for the latest information.