The SAND MINE (53) wildfire in Polk County, Florida, is a natural fire with 185 acres and 90% containment as of the latest update.
Official source description: 8 Miles NW from DAVENPORT, FL
Minimal; Flanking
No specific advice based on the current fire behavior and evacuation status.
IRWIN ID: {8BECDE12-FBFF-4C07-B933-80C5719BB9C6}
Discovered: Jul 9, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: DVF
Coordinates: 28.3175, -81.7006
The SAND MINE (53) Fire has burned 185 acres as of August 7, 2026.
As of the latest update, the SAND MINE (53) Fire is 90% contained.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The SAND MINE (53) Fire is burning in Polk, FL.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the SAND MINE (53) Fire remains active.
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