07/10/2026
Texas A&M Forest Service has raised the Wildland Fire Preparedness Level to Level 2 as the potential for wildfire activity is expected to increase in areas with rainfall deficits, such as the Rolling Plains, High Plains and South Texas, where high temperatures, low humidity, and dry vegetation is contributing to elevated risk.
Yesterday, our firefighters responded to 8 wildfires that burned 1,466.7 acres.
Active Fires
Holden, Aransas County - 36 acres and 95% contained
Calpine, Bosque County - 7 acres and 90% contained
Brushy Creek, Burnet County - 29.5 acres and 90% contained
Getaway Pens, Dickens County - 1,000 acres and 30% contained
Cusenbarry Draw, Sutton County - 1,200 acres and 25% contained
We continue to monitor the situation and stand ready to respond to any requests for assistance.
For more about Preparedness Levels, visit https://bit.ly/3BtPfhw