Wildfire — Inland Manatee, Florida

2018-03-24 to 2018-03-26 · Inland Manatee, Florida

Event narrative

Myakka River Fire District reported numerous wildfires in and around Manatee County throughout the weekend. Although no homes were damaged, a total of 13 vehicles were reported to be destroyed by the fires.

Wider weather episode

An extended period of dry weather allowed for numerous wildfires to develop in and around Manatee County, burning 13 vehicles.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 737639. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.