Brush fire closes portion of Westshore Boulevard

A brush fire burns on South Westshore Blvd. Image is courtesy of Tampa Fire Rescue. 

A brush fire Monday morning forced a portion of Westshore Boulevard to close to motorists. 

According to Tampa Fire Rescue, the brush fire broke out on South Westshore Boulevard. 

As of noon on Monday, South Westshore Boulevard was closed between West Wallcraft and West Chapin Avenues due to fire hoses being on the ground. 

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. 

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