Crews battle large wildfire inside Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge

James Tutten

May 27, 2024 at 9:54 AM·1 min read

Crews in Brevard County are continuing to monitor a large wildfire from over the weekend.

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Firefighters said a Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge wildfire is 100% contained.

Officials shared an image of the fire Saturday that was taken near the Kennedy Space Center.

Read: Florida officials warn residents to prepare for wildfire season

Fire investigators said it appears that the fire was started by a lightning strike.

It burned between an estimated 150 to 200 acres.

Read: Forest officials warn parts of U.S., including Central Florida, at high risk of wildfires

Crews spent Sunday monitoring lingering hot spots.

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