Thunderstorms spark wildfires in North Central Florida

PALATKA, Fla. (WCJB) - Wildfires started in Palatka and Levy County after thunderstorms began around Saturday afternoon.

The largest is the South Gas Line 2 fire, which is 20 acres wide. It is 30% contained.

U.S. Forest Service officials also say that four wildfires started in the Ocala National Forest, and were put out by Lake County firefighters.

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