Smoke from a large wildfire burning in the Everglades in western Broward County is drifting over parts of South Florida and impacting air quality.

The fire, which has consumed 19,200 acres according to the Florida Forest Service, remains uncontained. Winds will steer the smoke over parts of Broward and Miami-Dade counties throughout the day which could impact visibility in spots.

Residents should limit outdoor activities, especially those with respiratory conditions.

Afternoon showers and storms in the forecast

It will be hazy, hot and humid with highs in the low to mid 90s in the afternoon. When the humidity is factored in, it will feel like the upper 90s and low 100s. Showers and storms will develop in the afternoon and help bring some relief from the heat and hopefully assist i

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