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Lightning-Triggered Brush Fire Grows to 6 Acres, Fully Contained
June 03, 2026 | FLORIDA
1RN News Team,
Hernando, FL - Hernando County Fire Rescue responded to a smoke investigation in the wooded area behind Aldi on Commercial Way, where crews located a brush fire that ultimately spread to approximately six acres.
Firefighters worked alongside the Florida Forest Service – Withlacoochee Forestry to contain the blaze, which was later determined to have been caused by a lightning strike.
No injuries were reported, and the fire has been fully contained.