POLK COUNTY, Fla -- The Florida Forest Service reports Monday at 6 p.m, the Blade Line Fire remains at 50 percent contained.
The 450-acre Bladeline Fire is burning near Nalcrest east of Lake Wales. Authorities report the fire is not threatening any structures at this time as flames are moving through wet areas.
Polk County Fire Rescue says all evacuations have been lifted. Originally, people living in eight homes off of Leisure Lane East were ordered to evacuate.
Around four dozen firefighters with the Florida Forest Service are currently working to contain the fire.
#Bladeline fire update- Morning briefing before personnel begin daytime operations. Morning briefings cover the plan for the day as well as weather and safety items. @FLForestService will have 4 dozers working the perimeter of the fire increasing and improving lines. pic.twitter.com/4TG0NVlkyW
— FFS_Lakeland (@FFS_Lakeland) March 26, 2018
