Fire threat grows in Central Florida as dry weather continues

Fire threat grows in Central Florida as dry weather continues

Lake County Fire Rescue firefighters are on high alert as continued dry weather conditions have increased the risk of rapidly expanding brush fires.

Burn ban in effect for Manatee County

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- A burn ban is in effect for Manatee County. The Manatee Board of County Commissioners imposed the ban Tuesday, forbidding all outdoor burning and use of fireworks due to the hot and dry weather. "We are deeply concerned about the ongoing hot and dry conditions that have significantly increased the risk of wildfires in our community,” Manatee County Commission Chair George Kruse said in a statement. “We urge all citizens to …

Dry weather prompts Manatee burn ban

The ban will remain in effect until at least April 29.