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Drone Crash with Small Fire Located on Industrial Property
July 30, 2026 | FLORIDA
1RN News Team,

Photo by Hernando County Fire Rescue

Photo by Hernando County Fire Rescue

Photo by Hernando County Fire Rescue
This article is a direct street report from our correspondent and has not been edited by the 1st Responder newsroom.
Brooksville, FL - The Hernando County Fire Rescue, alongside the Hernando County Sheriff's Office, responded to a reported aircraft crash near the 14000 block of Citrus Way in Brooksville.
Upon arrival, crews determined the incident involved an unmanned aerial vehicle rather than a manned aircraft. Fire department drone operators were utilized to locate the wreckage, which was found on industrial property.
The UAV sustained a small fire following the crash; however, the fire did not extend beyond the immediate area. No injuries were reported, and crews ensured the scene was secured.