A brush fire broke out near a church and a school in Brevard County on Tuesday afternoon, according to local authorities. The incident occurred in the 1000 block of Saturn Drive in Titusville, a residential area bordered by a local church and a K-8 school. Firefighters from the Brevard County Fire Rescue responded to the scene within minutes of receiving the call. No injuries have been reported, and the fire is now contained, officials said.
The blaze started around 3:15 p.m. and was initially reported by a neighbor who saw smoke rising from a nearby field. The fire quickly spread due to dry vegetation, prompting evacuations of nearby homes. Emergency personnel worked to secure the area and prevent the flames from reaching the church or school buildings.
Titusville Fire Chief Mark Thompson said the fire was likely caused by an unattended campfire, though investigations are ongoing. 'We’re fortunate no one was harmed, but this serves as a reminder of the dangers of outdoor fires during dry conditions,' he said. The church and school remained closed for the remainder of the day as a precaution.
Residents in the area expressed concern over the proximity of the fire to the school. 'It’s terrifying to think something like this could happen so close to where kids learn,' said parent Sarah Lin, whose children attend the school. Fire officials are urging residents to report any suspicious activity and to avoid open flames during the current dry weather conditions.