Protecting Florida from the dangers of wildfire & managing the forest resources through a stewardship ethic to assure they are available for future generations.
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🚨UPDATE 🚨
Effective Oct. 19, 2026, at 2 p.m., all campgrounds at Blackwater River State Forest are now open, except for Coldwater Equestrian Campground, Krul Campground, & Clear Creek Campground. All other trails & recreation areas at Blackwater River State Forest remain closed
Refunds will be issued automatically for reservations. For more, visit FloridaStateForests.ReserveA… or call (877) 879-3859.
Also, all campgrounds and recreation areas closed due to Hurricane Isaias at Pine Log State Forest and Point Washington State Forest are now reopened.
FFS personnel are working to clear areas impacted by Hurricane Isaias, including removing debris from roads & critical infrastructure to aid residents and other agencies. Seven chainsaw strike teams are in the field, 5 in Blackwater District and 2 in neighboring Chipola District.
🚨UPDATE 🚨
Effective Oct. 12, 2026, at 5 p.m., all campgrounds and recreation areas on the following State Forests are closed due to Hurricane Isaias.
Refunds will be issued automatically for reservations. For more, visit FloridaStateForests.ReserveA… or call (877) 879-3859.
FFS is asking Floridians in areas impacted by Hurricane Isaias to use caution when burning debris piles. Since smoke can travel great distances, be mindful of your neighbors as many are still without power and most homes have open windows. For more, visit BeWildfireReadyFL.com
🚨UPDATE: Effective Oct. 8, 2026, at 1 p.m., all campgrounds and recreation areas on the following State Forests are closed due to Hurricane Isaias.
Refunds will be issued automatically for reservations. For more, visit FloridaStateForests.ReserveA… or call (877) 879-3859.
Effective Oct. 8, 2026, at 9 a.m., all campgrounds and recreation areas on the following State Forests are closed due to Hurricane Isaias.
Refunds will be issued automatically for reservations during the closures. For more, visit FloridaStateForests.ReserveA… or call (877) 879-3859.
Gov. Ron DeSantis joined Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson & the Florida Cabinet at the Florida State Capitol this morning to honor FFS with a resolution highlighting the 90th anniversary of Florida’s State Forests & the agency’s work during a very active wildfire season
Florida Forest Service retweeted
Commissioner Wilton Simpson: Floridians Can Let Freedom Ring During Fourth of July and America 250 Celebrations
Summer rains have eased drought conditions across the state, but Commissioner Wilton Simpson encourages responsible, safe fireworks celebrations in Florida.
See the tips below and learn more here: tinyurl.com/ydd4m8jb
Florida Forest Service retweeted
WILDFIRES VS. TROPICAL DOWNPOURS 🌧️🔥: Following a highly active and dangerous start to the wildfire season, recent rainfall has created a "major blessing" for the Sunshine State. Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson joins FOX Weather to explain how the upcoming tropical downpours will make a big difference to the state's active blazes.
🔥 Wildfire Update: 5/12; 11:30 a.m. 🔥
The 172 Avenue Fire in southeast Miami-Dade remains at 300 acres with 50% containment.
The Max Road Fire in Broward County is 11,339 acres with 70% containment.
Follow @FFS_Everglade18 for further updates.
🔥 Wildfire Update: 5/11; 4:30 p.m. 🔥
The 172 Avenue Fire in southeast Miami-Dade is now at 300 acres with 50% containment.
The Max Road Fire in Broward County is 11,000 acres with 50% containment.
🔥Pair of Wildfires Impacting South Florida🔥
Two fires that started over the weekend in South Florida are continuing to grow Monday as suppression efforts continue. Both fires are producing smoke that could lead to reduced visibility, but containment operations are increasing.
Florida’s already active fire season likely will extend further into the summer, according to @NIFC_Fire outlooks. Florida’s peak wildfire season usually encompasses April to June. Unfortunately, the state is expected to see more above-average wildfire potential in July & August.
In just over four months of 2026, Florida has already tallied almost 2,000 wildfires and over 120,000 acres burned throughout the state. Over the past 10 years, Florida has averaged about 2,675 wildfires and just over 140,000 acres burned per year.
For wildfire prevention and preparation tips, visit BeWildfireReadyFL.com.
For up-to-date information on current wildfire conditions in Florida, visit tinyurl.com/mt94pdfa.
Despite recent rains, drought continues to plague Florida as the peak of wildfire season looms. 48 of our 67 counties have declared a county-wide burn ban as May begins. FFS is urging everyone to follow any county-imposed burn ban, which prohibits unauthorized outdoor burning.
For wildfire prevention and preparation tips, visit BeWildfireReadyFL.com.
For up-to-date information on current wildfire conditions in Florida, visit tinyurl.com/mt94pdfa.
