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No injuries, home damaged in 160-acre fire at Palm Bay's The Compound
Despite fire hotspots at The Compound on April 28, Palm Bay's mayor said the fire is pushing toward the marshes and away from homes. Though the cause of the fires are under investigation, authorities believe they were possibly set on purpose.
PALM BAY, Fla. - Fire officials are responding to multiple brush fires that broke out in an undeveloped area in Palm Bay– known as The Compound.
Just before 7 p.m. – Florida Forest Service reported a 75-acre fire being 10% contained.
At 8 p.m., the 75-acre fire was 65% contained.
By 8:45 p.m., the fire grew to 130 acres and was 80% contained.
By 11 p.m., the fire was reported to be 100% contained.
What we know:
Several units with Palm Bay Fire Rescue responded to the southwest area of Palm Bay – identified as The Compound – for several brush fires. The Florida Forest Service and the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office STAR helicopter – which is conducting water drops – assisted fire crews.
Brevard Fire officials reported several brush fires at Palm Bay's The Compound on April 28, 2026.
Police: Fire set intentionally
Palm Bay Fire reported that crews are working to control the fires, which they say are burning separate from one another. Officials say the separate burns are "suspicious."
"We do believe the fires were set intentionally," Palm Bay Police told FOX 35.
At this time, no damage to homes, property or injuries are reported.
Multiple brush fires broke out at The Compound on April 28, 2026.
What you can do:
The public is asked to stay out of The Compound for safety reasons.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Brevard County Fire Rescue or contact CrimeLine to remain anonymous.
This story will be updated when more information is made available.
The Source: Information in this story was gathered from Palm Bay Fire Rescue.