Active brush fire shuts down stretch of Scenic Highway in Escambia County

ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. — Deputies are urging the public to avoid Scenic Highway between Scenic Ridge Drive and Pelican Place due to an active brush fire in Escambia County on Saturday.

First responders began working on the scene around 1 pm, and traffic delays are anticipated as crews work to manage the situation and ensure public safety, according to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office.

Motorists are advised to use alternate routes to allow emergency personnel the necessary space to operate effectively…

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