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Brush fire near Eustis burns 94 acres, evacuations lifted

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Updated  February 10, 2026 8:25pm EST
Lake County News
FOX 35 Orlando

The Brief

    • Crews responded to a brush fire near CR 44A in Eustis that prompted evacuations due to nearby structures.
    • The 94-acre fire was fully contained with assistance from multiple agencies and drone support.
    • Officials urged caution amid dry conditions and warned against burning.

SUMTER COUNTY, Fla. - Crews from Lake County Fire Rescue were dispatched at 12:02 p.m. to a brush fire near County Road 44A.

The fire, along St. Johns Lane in Eustis, prompted some evacuations and briefly closed a county road in the area.

What we know:

Lake County Fire Rescue worked alongside the Eustis Fire Department, Mount Dora Fire Department and the Florida Forest Service’s Withlacoochee Forestry Center to contain the fire.

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Authorities ordered evacuations for nearby homes after the fire threatened structures. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office assisted with drone operations to monitor fire movement and support situational awareness.

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Crews from Lake County Fire Rescue were dispatched at 12:02 p.m. to a brush fire near County Road 44A. [Credit: Lake County Fire Rescue]

The fire burned about 94 acres and was fully contained, officials said.

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Fire officials urged residents to remain cautious amid dry conditions, advising against outdoor burning and encouraging people to call 911 if a fire appears to be spreading or out of control.

The Source: The information is from Lake County, Lake County Fire Rescue, Lake County Sheriff's Office, and Florida Forest Service.

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