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Dry conditions in Polk County spark fire safety concerns on Memorial Day weekend. Here's how to stay safe

Florida recognizes Prescribed Fire Awareness Week

Experts predict 'active' fire season despite recent rains

Fire officials said there were four wildfires locally on Thursday with one in Pinellas, one in Hillsborough, and two in Polk County. The largest was in Polk County, consuming 60 acres.

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Wildfire burns at Lakeland Highlands Scrub, other sites being monitored

LAKELAND  A lightning strike ignited a wildfire at Lakeland Highlands Scrub Tuesday afternoon that has burned more than 30 acres and remains active.  Florida Fire Service s Lakeland office received a call around 3 p.m. Tuesday from Polk County asking for assistance to contain a brushfire in Lakeland Highlands Scrub. Strong winds and abnormally dry conditions allowed the spark to quickly spread, according to Todd Chlanda, a spokesperson for Florida Fire Service. The Lakeland Highlands Scrub fire was considered 95% contained but was still active Wednesday afternoon, according to Chlanda. Polk County officials have since closed off the preserve, as the property is part of the county s Environmental Lands Program. It is expected to be reopened by the weekend.