Wildfire — Coastal Nassau, Florida

2017-03-31 · Coastal Nassau, Florida

Event narrative

A wildfire was near 37 acres in size about 5 miles WSW of Fernandina Beach. Volunteer evacuations of 12 homes were ongoing. The fire was about 75% contained.

Wider weather episode

Long term rainfall deficits combined with above normal warmth and an early spring bloom contributed to dry fuels and favorable conditions for wildfires.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 680219. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.