Expert warns Everglades wildfire could alter landscape for years
- May 11
- 1 min read
CBS News Miami, May 11, 2026
As the West Broward wildfire burns over 11,000 acres, CBS News Miami interviews Everglades science chief Dr. Steve Davis. He explains how severe drought and "muck fires" threaten to permanently change South Florida’s natural water-absorbing landscape, with long-term impacts for residents and habitats.
Watch the full CBS Miami segment here: https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/video/expert-warns-everglades-wildfire-could-alter-landscape-for-years/
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