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Brush Fire Shuts 7 Miles of I-95 in Both Directions in Brevard County

Thick smoke is reducing visibility, prompting detours.

Overview

  • Florida Highway Patrol closed Interstate 95 between mile markers 166 and 173 in Brevard County.
  • The affected stretch runs from Saint John's Heritage Parkway to Malabar Road in both northbound and southbound lanes.
  • Officials have not provided an estimated time for reopening the roadway.
  • Drivers are urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes as emergency crews respond.
  • FDOT cameras show heavy smoke crossing the freeway, and local outlets describe the situation as developing.