FHP issues motorist advisory due to Gilchrist County wildfire

Florida Highway Patrol issued a motorist advisory due to a 145-acre wildfire between State Road 47 and US 129.

FHP said this fire could affect on SR 47, US 129 and County Road 232, as well as other area roadways, due to smoke on the roadways throughout the night and into the early morning hours.

FHP urges drivers to use caution in this area as visibility may deteriorate quickly, especially during nighttime and early morning hours.

FHP says motorists should reduce their speed and use their low-beam headlights to adapt to changing weather conditions.


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