Apr 15, 2026
A wildfire is burning in Pasco County, prompting an active response and warnings for the public to stay away from the area.The Florida Forest Service, Withlacoochee Forestry Center, and Pasco County Fire Rescue are responding to a wildfire of unknown size near New York Avenue and Old Dixie Highway in Hudson, according to officials.Crews are working to establish control lines as firefighting efforts continue. Resources on scene include four dozers, fixed-wing aircraft, Pasco County Fire Rescue units, and a Pasco County Sheriffs Office helicopter conducting water drops to protect nearby structures.Officials say the fire remains active and urge the public to avoid the area to allow emergency personnel safe access.Citrus, Hernando, and Pasco counties are currently under a burn ban.This is a developing story. Tampa Bay 28 will provide more details as they become available. ...read more read less
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