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Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Wynwood
Everglades Wildfire Smoke Drifts Toward Wynwood
Smoke from a massive wildfire in Everglades National Park is pushing into Miami neighborhoods including Wynwood, prompting air quality alerts for residents. The Highway 41 Fire has scorched over 9,000 acres with only 20% containment, according to National Park Service updates. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue urges those with respiratory issues to stay indoors.
Wynwood OKs 12-Story Mixed-Use Tower at 18 NW 23rd St
Developers have received full entitlements for a 12-story mixed-use project at 18 Northwest 23rd Street, bringing 186 condos, retail and amenities to Wynwood. Alchemy Properties, partnering with Breakers Capital and Galapagos Global Capital Management, plans construction start in Q1 2027. The project adds to the neighborhood's housing boom amid Florida's strong economic recovery.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Haulover Sandbar Blast Injures 11, Hits Wynwood Boaters
A boat explosion near Haulover Sandbar Saturday injured 11 people, including burns covering up to 30% of victims' bodies, as Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded to a mass casualty incident. Witnesses from Wynwood-area tiki boats described the blast occurring during engine startup, possibly from trapped fuel fumes. The incident underscores boating safety amid Florida's busy coastal recreation season.
Saturday, May 9, 2026