Tire Fire at Jacksonville Recycling Center

A significant tire fire broke out at the Atlantic Can recycling center in North Jacksonville, starting late Monday night. The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) is actively working to extinguish the flames, which have been challenging due to the large piles of burning rubber and limited access to water sources. Firefighters are pumping water from nearby locations and are expected to spend several days combating the fire. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is monitoring water runoff, and air quality checks are ongoing due to concerns about toxic smoke affecting nearby residents and a school. Jacksonville City Councilman Mike Gay has praised the firefighters' efforts and emphasized the importance of public safety through potential evacuations or shelter-in-place orders if necessary. No injuries have been reported, but officials remain vigilant as the situation continues to develop.