Fire crews continue battling a wildfire at Egmont Key.
- Residents say fire originated from lightning strike
- Florida DEP says blaze not under control
- No injuries reported
The fire had burned about 15 acres shortly before 2 p.m. Tuesday.
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection got the call about 10:30 a.m. from residents who live on the island.
Residents say it's from a lightning strike from an overnight storm.
Florida DEP said the fire is not under control.
No injuries were reported.
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