Update: 4:45 PM. 120 Acres are now on fire, with 0 percent containment. Approximately 15 structures are in danger, and 3 water choppers are currently in route to assist.
YOUNGSTOWN, Fla. (WDNews) – Fire crews are battling a fast-moving brush fire near Highway 2301 and Clayton Road in Bay County.
As of 2:52 p.m., officials say the fire has spread across 35 acres and is 0% contained. Southbound traffic on Highway 2301 is being stopped just before Clayton Road, with drivers being turned around and rerouted. Residents are urged to stay clear of the area until the fire is under control.
Gulf Coast Electric reports that power has been cut to several areas in the fire’s path, including Econfina, Long Beach, Blue Springs, John Cox, Mashburn, Commander, and Highway 388. Service will be restored once it’s safe for crews to work.
Officials have not said what sparked the fire, but firefighters remain on scene as containment efforts continue.
