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Brush fire in South Miami-Dade near Florida Keys burns 400 acres, 85% contained • May 12, 2025, 6:15 AM ET (CBS)

Broward man accused of groping woman, tearing her dress and flashing gun at Florida Keys motel • May 11, 2025, 8:21 AM ET (CBS)

All lanes open on 18-Mile Stretch, Card Sound Road following brush fires • May 10, 2025, 7:00 AM ET (CBS)

Access to Florida Keys cut off as 18-mile stretch and Card Sound Road shut down due to brush fire • May 9, 2025, 11:28 AM ET (CBS)

Growing brush fire impacts travel to and from Florida Keys • May 9, 2025, 7:00 AM ET (CBS)

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