Fire crews are responding to a brush fire near Griffin Drive and State Road 82 in Gateway, near the Lehigh Acres border.
The 1-2 acre fire is close to the entrance to Magnolia Lakes and threatens homes.
A spokesperson with South Trail Fire District says two strike teams have been called in and the wind is posing more challenges.
They have confirmed that two homes are in danger. There are two strike teams working to put out the flames.
Forestry also confirms the are en route to the fire.