NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – Noticias LocalesAugust 3, 2026Miami-Dade
Florida voters begin early primary voting as wildfire burns in Miami-Dade
Florida voters may now cast ballots in primary elections through August 16. Simultaneously, a 750-acre wildfire in southwest Miami-Dade remains uncontained, and the American Red Cross has declared a national blood shortage crisis that may delay medical procedures.
Read the full story at Telemundo 51 Miami – Noticias LocalesWhy It Matters
Residents face immediate safety risks from wildfire smoke, upcoming changes to political representation, and potential delays in medical care due to blood shortages.
Key Facts
- A wildfire in southwest Miami-Dade has burned over 750 acres and is 0% contained.
- The wildfire has cost approximately $750,000 to date.
- Early voting for Florida primary elections runs through August 16.
- Cuba experienced its sixth national blackout of the year and fourth in 27 days.
- The American Red Cross declared a national blood shortage crisis, warning of potential medical procedure delays.
- President Trump suspended a planned military strike against Iran, citing calls from regional allies.
Who's Mentioned
personMarco Rubio“Former Senator whose seat is subject to primary elections.”locationFlorida“State where primary elections are occurring.”organizationUnión Eléctrica“State-owned entity confirming Cuba's power grid collapse.”locationU.S. 41“Roadway expected to have reduced visibility due to smoke.”locationMiami-Dade“Location of a 750-acre wildfire.”organizationAmerican Red Cross“Organization declaring a national blood shortage crisis.”locationCuba“Country experiencing a national power grid collapse.”personDonald Trump“President involved in U.S.-Iran military and diplomatic decisions.”