Press release from the Florida Highway Patrol
ALACHUA COUNTY, Fla. – There is currently a 2.66-acre wildfire in the area of U.S. Hwy 301 and County Road 1474 in Alachua County. This may affect travel on U.S. 301 and area roadways due to possible smoke on the roadways throughout the night and into the morning hours. Motorists are urged to use caution when traveling in the area as visibility may deteriorate quickly, especially during the nighttime and early morning hours. Motorists are reminded to reduce their speed and utilize low beam headlights to adapt to changing weather conditions…