Brush Fire Ignites Near McClellan Street and N Surf Road in Hollywood

Emergency responders were dispatched Thursday evening to a brush fire in Hollywood, Florida, near the intersection of McClellan Street and N Surf Road.

According to emergency dispatch, a single unit, Engine 40 (E40), was sent to the scene at 9:16 PM on Thursday, July 9, 2026. The deployment of one engine company typically indicates a contained or relatively small-scale incident, often handled by a single crew for initial assessment and suppression.

The incident location, McClellan Street and N Surf Road in Hollywood (33019), is a residential area with close proximity to the beach, according to reports. N Surf Road is described as a beachfront thoroughfare featuring a mix of residential buildings and some hotels or condominiums directly fronting the ocean, while McClellan Street, running perpendicular to the beach, is characterized by residential properties.

Residents in the immediate vicinity of a brush fire are generally advised to avoid the area to allow emergency personnel to work safely. While no evacuation orders have been issued, anyone experiencing smoke should stay indoors and keep windows and doors closed. If the fire appears to grow or threaten structures, residents should call 911.

Following the suppression of such incidents, fire officials typically conduct a preliminary investigation to determine the cause of the fire. The public can expect further information to be released by official sources once the incident is fully under control and an assessment has been completed.

This is a developing story. Day.News will provide updates as more information becomes available from officials.