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Railroad Fire Rapidly Expands Across Clay and Putnam

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CLAY COUNTY, Fla. — On Tuesday officials reported two separate fires in Clay and Putnam counties merged into the Railroad Fire, which rapidly expanded along rail lines and nearby cleared land; initial local reports noted voluntary evacuations north of Bostwick and a shelter opened at the Bostwick Community Center.

This week agencies including the Florida Forest Service and Clay County Fire Rescue increased response with three large tankers, two scoopers, ground crews and firebreaks, raising containment from roughly 10% to about 55% by Wednesday; officials warned of prolonged high fire activity amid statewide drought and issued air-quality and road-closure advisories.

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  1. 1. Separate Crews Road Fire and Railroad Complex Fire ignite in Clay and Putnam counties.
  2. 2. The two fires merge into the Railroad Fire, rapidly increasing burned acreage.
  3. 3. Voluntary evacuations issued and Bostwick Community Center opened as shelter.
  4. 4. Aerial tankers and scoopers conduct water and retardant drops while crews build firebreaks.
  5. 5. Containment increases from roughly 10% to about 55% as officials warn of extended high fire activity.

Why it matters

The Railroad Fire's rapid expansion could impact your safety and daily routine. If you live in or near Clay and Putnam counties, monitor local news for evacuation orders and road closures. Even if you're not in the immediate area, smoke from the fire could affect air quality.

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