Wildfire That Can Be Seen From Space Erupts To 25,000 Acres In US Region
South Florida is currently dealing with a large wildfire, and it now has officials’ attention as it exploded to 25,000 acres in size.
According to the National Park Service, two fires were located Sunday at the Everglades’ Big Cypress National Preserve.
Known as “The National Fire,” it originally spread up to 5,000 acres, with aviation and ground crews both working to quash the blaze Sunday.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) satellite footage reveals how the fire became so severe and erupted to 25,000 acres, even being seen from space.
The #NationalFire burning in Florida has now exploded to 25,000 acres in size. The #wildfire ignited yesterday in Big Cypress National Preserve and @NOAA's #GOESEast (#GOES19) 🛰️ has been tracking the smoke plume and heat from the blaze. @NWSMiami is cautioning residents about… pic.twitter.com/yXSIBlDjKx
— NOAA Satellites (@NOAASatellites) February 24, 2026
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