VIDEOS/PHOTOS: A wildfire broke out along the 18-mile stretch of U.S. Highway 1, the only highway connecting the Florida Keys to the mainland, shutting down all traffic in and out of the area Tuesday evening. Officials reported that the fire had burned approximately 2,000 acres. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office shared dramatic images of the flames and heavy smoke along the highway. Authorities have not confirmed the cause of the wildfire or whether any structures were damaged. It is also unclear if there were any injuries or if containment efforts have fully stopped the fire from spreading further. The fire forced the closure of US 1 for about four hours, with roads reopening gradually around 8:30 p.m. ET.
