Jackson County, Fla. (WDNews) A brush fire that broke out Thursday on Pond Lane near Ocheesee Pond burned just under five acres before crews brought it under control, according to reports.
Units from Sneads, Dellwood, Grand Ridge, Magnolia, Jackson County Fire & Rescue, and four Division of Forestry teams responded. The Bay County Sheriff’s Aviation Division also assisted, with its helicopter making multiple water drops on the fire.
Officials said the fire was contained later in the day. The Division of Forestry remained on scene and continued monitoring hot spots.
Multiple reports say homeowners helped firefighters protect nearby properties, and no injuries or evacuations were reported.
