Brush fire near I-75 in Charlotte County burns 80 acres, 90% containment

CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (WINK)—A brush fire off Granville Road is growing rapidly due to strong winds from nearby thunderstorm outflow boundaries.

The call came in at 4:13 p.m., according to Charlotte County Fire and Rescue.

Smoke from the fire is visible on Florida Department of Transportation cameras near mile marker 149 on Interstate 75. The flames spread quickly as strong winds from the storms fueled the fire.

The Florida Forest Service reports the fire has burned 80 acres with 90% containment at this time.

Charlotte County Fire and Rescue is currently responding to the scene. WINK News crews are on the way to the scene and will provide updates as soon as possible.

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