Naples wildfire burns about 1,700 acres
First responders are working to extinguish a wildfire in Collier County.
www.local10.comHere’s the latest I could confirm:
- Naples, Florida, has been dealing with a large wildfire near Picayune Strand State Forest. By mid-April 2026, the fire had grown to more than 1,000–1,700 acres with partial containment and evacuations for nearby neighborhoods; conditions were driven by ongoing drought and eastern winds, with authorities warning residents and directing them to follow official evacuation orders.[1][2]
- Evacuations affected several areas around Naples, and shelters were opened to help impacted residents; some wildlife and livestock were moved out of the area as crews worked to establish containment.[1]
- Local weather advisories noted smoky conditions and potential visibility issues at times, with winds expected to influence the spread in the short term; officials emphasized drone restrictions to avoid hindering firefighting efforts.[2][1]
If you’d like, I can pull the most recent updates from specific Naples-area sources or summarize shelter and evacuation status for your exact address or a nearby landmark. I can also provide a quick map-based briefing or prepare a plain-language alert you can share with neighbors. Would you like me to do that?