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Coverage dated August 23, 2026

2 wildfires in Everglades National Park burn over 9K acres, shut down Shark Valley area

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THE EVERGLADES, FLA. (WSVN) – Two wildfires have sparked in the Everglades, according to the United States Wildland Fire Service. The Florida Forest Service said...

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  1. NBC 6 South Florida

    Crews work to contain 2 wildfires in Everglades National Park (opens NBC 6 South Florida)

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    Crews on Sunday are working to contain two wildfires at the Everglades National Park, officials said. According to park officials, U.S. Wildland Fire Service Firefighters, the two fires that were caused by lightning are the Chipmunk and Vulture fires.

  2. WSVN Miami

    2 wildfires in Everglades National Park burn over 9K acres, shut down Shark Valley area (opens WSVN Miami)

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    THE EVERGLADES, FLA. (WSVN) – Two wildfires have sparked in the Everglades, according to the United States Wildland Fire Service. The Florida Forest Service said...

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