The lack of rain comes as parts of Central Florida are also dealing with wildfires fueled by cold, dry and windy weather.
A brush fire in Volusia County burned more than 63 acres and forced the closure of State Road 40 east of U.S. Highway 17, authorities said.
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The wildfire reported at 3 p.m. had grown to 50 acres by 7:30 p.m. Tuesday night, a Florida Forest Service official said.
Logan Hayes was stuck in traffic on Interstate 95 when he noticed the vehicle sinking in a pond near a rest stop. Without hesitation, he ran, jumped into the water, and swam to the car.
Fire Rescue personnel from Brevard County had just wrapped up a large animal rescue training when crews were called to assist a manatee.