Miami Daily Brief: Warehouse Fire Smoke, Pinecrest Arrests, City Hall Schedule

Top story: Massive warehouse fire triggers smoke advisory and road closures

Crews spent Thursday battling a large warehouse fire in northwest Miami-Dade near the Miami Gardens area, with thick, dark smoke visible for miles. Officials urged nearby residents to stay indoors, close windows and doors, and run A/C if possible, especially for anyone with respiratory issues.

Firefighters described the incident as a multi-alarm response involving hundreds of personnel and mutual aid. Authorities also reported nearby road closures around NW 47th Avenue and surrounding streets as crews worked to contain the blaze and protect neighboring businesses. No injuries were reported, and investigators are working to determine the cause.

Crime: Three arrested after attempted burglaries in Pinecrest area

Pinecrest police, working with the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, arrested three people Friday in connection with attempted residential and vehicle burglaries. Investigators say they believe there may be additional victims across nearby neighborhoods, and the case remains active as detectives work to connect incidents.

Police said aerial support helped track the suspects’ vehicle and coordinate the arrests. Officers also reminded residents to lock cars, remove valuables from view, and report suspicious activity quickly.

City Hall: Miami Commission meetings consolidated for March 12

The City of Miami announced that the March 12 and March 26 City Commission meetings have been combined into a single meeting on Thursday, March 12, starting at 9:00 a.m. at Miami City Hall. The notice also includes updated instructions for submitting public comment online or speaking in person.

Traffic watch: Overnight work continues around I-95 and I-395

• Project alerts included lane impacts tied to bridge work and concrete operations near NE 1 Avenue early Friday.
• Separate weekly advisories outlined recurring overnight lane closures on southbound I-95 between NW 29 Street and NW 8 Street as crews continue pavement replacement and ramp work.

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