Watch: Prescribed burn in Orange County, Florida as state battles historic drought

Watch: Prescribed burn in Orange County, Florida as state battles historic drought

Part of Kelly Park in Orange County, Florida was burned intentionally Wednesday as land management officials try to stay ahead of fire weather conditions. The Florida Forest Service (FFS) is reporting a dangerous start to the 2026 fire season, with more than 650 wildfires recorded across the state since Jan. 1. More than 95 percent of the state is experiencing drought conditions.