SUMMARY: A Florida woman, Amanda Clark, was arrested for allegedly starting multiple fires during a burn ban. While the Forest Service was working to contain an existing fire near Oberry Hoover Drive, a worker witnessed Clark igniting new flames and instructed her to stop, but she continued. A nearby resident called 911 after seeing heavy smoke. Concerns grew in Palm Bay as additional fires emerged, prompting police to monitor the area. Assistant Fire Chief John Ringleb noted that multiple smoke columns appeared too dispersed to be linked. Palm Bay has since implemented a burn ban and plans to enforce it.

A woman was arrested Wednesday in Orange County for allegedly setting multiple fires during an active burn ban, according to deputies. Forestry officials say they witnessed Amanda Clark starting fires near a residence and recorded video evidence before she was taken into custody. She was booked into the Orange County Jail on charges of unlawful land burning, with bond set at $2,500. Her initial court appearance is scheduled for Thursday afternoon.

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SUMMARY: On Thursday, April 24, 2025, South Florida will experience warm temperatures in the low to mid-80s, accompanied by east winds leading to rough surf and a high risk of rip currents. While the weather radar is mostly dry, isolated showers are possible. Tonight’s Lexus Corporate Run in downtown Miami will feature CBS Miami’s meteorologists, including Ivan Cabera and Lauren Pastron. Safety alerts recommend avoiding ocean swimming due to rip currents. This weekend, the Miami Takes Steps event at Riata Park will support the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, with pleasant weather conditions expected. Overall, highs will remain in the low 80s with minimal rain chances.

NEXT Weather meteorologist Lissette Gonzalez says Thursday afternoon will remain partly cloudy and breezy.

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SUMMARY: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in South Africa for a state visit amid accusations from U.S. President Donald Trump that Zelenskyy is prolonging the war by rejecting a peace deal involving Ukrainian territory. While Zelenskyy traveled, a Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv killed nine people and injured 63. Peace talks have stalled, with limited progress made during discussions in London. Zelenskyy will meet with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who has sought to mediate the conflict, although his efforts have had little success. Zelenskyy questioned Russia’s commitment to peace after a failed ceasefire attempt.

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