Riverview, FL – Several neighborhoods in southern Hillsborough County were spared from major damage after a 35-acre wildfire erupted near Talavera Woods Trail and Balm Riverview Road Monday morning.
According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, the blaze broke out around 10:30 a.m. on November 3, 2025, prompting an aerial response from the department’s Aviation Unit, along with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue and the Florida Forest Service.
Deputies deployed Bambi buckets to release roughly 6,400 gallons of water over the burning area, helping to stop the flames from advancing toward nearby homes.
Officials said the fire was contained thanks to the coordinated effort and precision water drops from the air. No structures were reported damaged, and no injuries have been confirmed.
Authorities credit the teamwork between agencies for preventing a potentially larger disaster. As of Tuesday morning, crews remain on scene monitoring for hotspots to ensure the fire does not reignite.
Residents are urged to remain cautious and report any signs of smoke or rekindling to local authorities.
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