Brevard Firefighters and Forest Service Contain 20-Acre Mims Brush Fire

Crews worked to extinguish the blaze on February 26th.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Firefighters from Brevard County and the Florida Forest Service worked together to battle and contain a 20-acre brush fire that broke out in the Mims area of Florida on February 26th. The fire was brought under control around 5:30 PM that same day.

Why it matters

Brush fires are a common occurrence in Florida, especially during the dry season, and require a coordinated response from local and state agencies to protect public safety and prevent further spread of the flames. This incident highlights the importance of such collaboration between firefighters and forestry officials.

The details

Brevard County firefighters and Florida Forest Service crews responded to the 20-acre brush fire in Mims, Florida on the afternoon of February 26th. Working together, they were able to contain the blaze around 5:30 PM the same day.

  • The fire broke out on February 26, 2026.
  • Firefighters contained the 20-acre fire around 5:30 PM on February 26th.

The players

Brevard County Firefighters

Local firefighters who responded to the brush fire and worked with state forestry crews to extinguish the flames.

Florida Forest Service

State agency that assists with wildfire response and management, and collaborated with local firefighters on this incident.

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The takeaway

This brush fire incident demonstrates the importance of coordination between local and state emergency responders in Florida to effectively manage and contain wildfires that threaten public safety and property.