The St. Cloud Fire Department, among others, responded to the emergency at Nursery Supplies, Inc. This company, known for manufacturing various plastic products for plant nurseries, faced a perilous situation when a brush fire, driven by strong winds, ignited its outdoor inventory, according to an official news release.

As the fire raged on, the flames remained uncontained by 9 p.m., underscoring the intensity of the situation. Fire crews from Osceola County, Kissimmee, St. Cloud, and other neighboring agencies joined forces in a coordinated effort to tackle the inferno.

This collaborative response highlights the critical nature of mutual aid in managing large-scale emergencies in the community.

According to the release,the intense blaze continued to burn as of 9 p.m.

The fire is being fought by crews from Osceola County, the city of Kissimmee Fire Department, St. Cloud Fire Rescue and other agencies, officials said.