MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — A brush fire burning in west Miami-Dade has scorched 450 acres so far, officials confirmed to Local 10 News.
The fire, which started on Saturday and has been dubbed the Highway 41 Fire, is burning west of Tamiami Trail, just past Krome Avenue.
Heavy smoke could still be seen Tuesday morning coming from the blaze, just a few miles west from the Miccosukee Casino.
Fire rescue officials say the smoke has affected the air quality in the area, so residents nearby are advised to stay indoors if they suffer from respiratory issues.
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