MELBOURNE, Fla. – A brush fire broke out Wednesday in Melbourne, creating lots of smoke in the area.
The fire was reported around 1 p.m. in the area of John Rodes Boulevard and Enterprise Court.
Melbourne police said the fire was in the woods and no structures were threatened.
Police said northbound and southbound lanes of John Rodes Boulevard were temporarily closed as firefighters worked to put out the fire. The road reopened around 7 p.m., officials said.
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The fire was initially reported as a 1.5-acre blaze, but grew to about 30 acres, according to a Melbourne spokesperson.
According to the Melbourne Fire Department, the fire was “in a dense area with a lot of vegetation.” The department was assisted by the Florida Forestry Service and Brevard County Fire Rescue.
“We have fire engines staged next to the structures (buildings) in close proximity to the fire, and they are ready to protect the buildings should the fire move closer,” the department said in a statement.
No evacuation orders were issued.
The National Weather Service said there was an elevated fire danger due to dry conditions in the area.
Apr 16 | Dry weather continues, with highs in the upper 70s to lower 80s and elevated fire danger this afternoon. There is a Moderate Risk for rip currents at area beaches. Always swim near a lifeguard! pic.twitter.com/4ZB5F5yHEl
— NWS Melbourne (@NWSMelbourne) April 16, 2025
