What is the name and location of the wildfire?
As of May 14, 2026, the Max Road Miramar Fire burned across parts of Broward and Miami-Dade in southern Florida near North Krome Avenue and Northwest 186th Street.
Flames and smoke were also reported west of U.S. 27 near Max's Fish Camp and Airboat Rides.
Fire crews from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue, and the Florida Forest Service actively responded to the incident.(1)
Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?
The cities and areas affected by the Max Road Miramar Fire included:
- Broward County
- Holly Lake community
- Miami-Dade County
- Miramar
- Pembroke Pines
- West of U.S. 27
What is the current containment status of the wildfire?
As of May 14, 2026, the Max Road Miramar Fire burned approximately 11,446 acres and was reported to be 100% contained. (2)
Containment efforts continued with support from multiple fire rescue agencies, including helicopters conducting water drops and additional engines and water tankers deployed to the area.
Officials continued monitoring smoke and fire conditions as crews worked to prevent further wildfire spread.
Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?
Authorities urged residents and commuters to avoid the affected areas while wildfire suppression operations continued.
Emergency crews monitored conditions near the Holly Lake community in Pembroke Pines due to nearby smoke and flames.
Residents near Max Road reported that fire conditions temporarily blocked the only roadway out of the area, raising concerns about evacuation access.
Local residents took precautions by spraying down their homes and trailers before emergency crews arrived. Officials also advised individuals with respiratory conditions to remain indoors, keep windows and doors closed, and use recirculated indoor air settings if smoke impacted their area.
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How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
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- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
As of May 14, 2026, this fire was 100% contained.
