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NASCAR’s Miami Race Continues Despite Raging Wildfires: A Deja Vu of 1998 Daytona Postponement?

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 21, 2025
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NASCAR’s Miami Race Continues Despite Raging Wildfires: A Deja Vu of 1998 Daytona Postponement?

Despite the raging wildfires that have incinerated more than 24,000 acres near Homestead, Florida, the NASCAR races at Homestead-Miami Speedway show no signs of stopping. This unsettling decision, seemingly at odds with NASCAR’s usual safety-first policy, has unsurprisingly stirred disquiet among fans and teams alike.

The anxiety surrounding the upcoming Truck, Xfinity, and Cup Series clashes is palpable as attendees recall the precedent set in 1998. The Pepsi 400 race, originally slated for the Fourth of July at Daytona International Speedway, was postponed to fall due to wildfires in central Florida. Fans are fervently urging NASCAR to emulate this historical decision, but their pleas appear to be falling on deaf ears, even as the smoke from the fires is visible from the Speedway’s 1.5-mile oval.

The fire began its destruction on Monday afternoon in southern Miami-Dade County, reminiscent of the California wildfires earlier this year. The blaze has left devastation in its wake in Southern Miami and the Upper Keys. Despite the Herculean efforts of firefighters working round the clock, there is no relief in sight as no rain is forecasted and the fire continues to advance ominously close to the Homestead-Miami Speedway.

Despite these alarming circumstances, NASCAR and FOX Sports remain sanguine. FOX Sports’ Bob Pockrass reported on Twitter that the wildfire hadn’t impacted preparations for the Homestead race weekend and the schedule remained unchanged. This optimism seems discordant with the reality on the ground. FOX NASCAR’s Jamie Little painted a more compelling picture, tweeting about the brush fires close to the racetrack, highway shutdowns, and a necessary hotel change.

The decision to proceed with the race weekend seems fraught with risks. The smoke from the fires could drastically affect air quality. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue has already issued warnings for windows to be rolled up and air conditioners to be set to recirculate when traveling to Homestead-Miami Speedway. Moreover, the ongoing fire has resulted in road closures, which could cause significant traffic delays.

Fan sentiment leans heavily towards the cancellation or rescheduling of the race. The concern isn’t unwarranted, considering the potential disastrous consequences of racing amidst wildfires. One fan voiced his concerns, stating, “I don’t know why they just don’t reschedule the race.” The poor air quality, road closures, and the imminent danger of being close to the fires have fans questioning NASCAR’s apparent disregard for their experience.

The 1998 Pepsi 400 decision is a beacon for fans in these troubling times. One fan reminisced about the wildfires that caused the first superspeedway race to be held at night on October 17th, instead of the Fourth of July. The question now is whether NASCAR will heed the lessons of history, prioritize fans’ safety, and reschedule the race, or continue amidst the looming threat of wildfires. With the Homestead-Miami Speedway hosting around 46,000 fans, the stakes are high. NASCAR’s decision could set a significant precedent for future races.

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