A viral social media post is raising questions about why a prescribed burn happened during drought conditions.

Sarasota County announced plans to close a portion of Myakka Road near Myakka River State Park beginning Monday for drainage ...

Considered one of Florida's oldest and largest state parks, Myakka River State Park stretches across 58 square miles of wetlands, hammocks, pinelands and prairies. The area also features a river ...

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At over 37,000 acres, Myakka River State Park is the largest state park in Florida and also one of the oldest, officially opening to the public in 1941. Open 365 days a year from 8 am until sunset ...

A viral social media post of a fire at Myakka River State Park is raising questions about why a prescribed burn happened during drought conditions. State agencies told the Herald that after park staff ...

A boardwalk for bird-watching and taking in the scenic views at the Myakka River State Park on May 2, 2024. A recent prescribed burn that became out of control in the park.