Belmore State Forest Fire Updates: Evacuation Lifted, 350 Acres Contained

Firefighters are responding to the blaze near Barns Road and Randolph Place in Keystone Heights.

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UPDATE: The Belmore State Forest fire in Florida has grown to 350 acres but is now 75% contained, allowing residents to return home. The Clay County Sheriff's Office has lifted the evacuation order, but advised residents to remain cautious.

The fire, which initially spread to 300 acres, was 10% contained before containment efforts increased. Firefighters are still working to fully extinguish the blaze in the Belmore State Forest.

Residents who were evacuated from the area near Barns Road and Randolph Place in Keystone Heights can now return home, but are advised to stay alert for any changing conditions.