Florida wildfire started by book burning destroys at least 10 homes

  • Source: CNN
  • Published: 03/23/2017 12:00 AM

At least 10 homes in Nassau County, Florida, were destroyed in a wildfire caused by a man who was burning books Wednesday. Only a few minor injuries to emergency personnel have been reported in what's being called the Garfield Road Fire, according to the Florida Forest Service. But it has burned an estimated 350 to 400 acres near Bryceville, about 20 miles west of Jacksonville. Officials said in a news conference Thursday morning the wildfire was 65% contained and no longer spreading. Firefighters will continue to work in the area but a full containment of the fire is not expected on Thursday.



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