March 2022 – Page 5 – Weather Preppers

Residents return home after fleeing latest Colorado wildfire

Posted on March 28, 2022March 28, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Nearly 20,000 people who were forced to flee a wildfire in northern Colorado were back home Monday after firefighters were able to stop the spread of the fire at 190 acres (77 hectares). The fire that broke out Saturday in the rolling hills near Boulder burned to within 1,000 yards (914 meters) of homes on the west end of the college town, near the area where more than 1,000 homes were destroyed by a wildfire…

Gov. Abbott declares wildfire disaster for Medina County Das Goat fire

Posted on March 28, 2022March 28, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Helicopters pour water on the area south of Medina Lake near the city of Mico on Sunday, March 27. Residents of that lakeside town were ordered to evacuate. Ronald Cortes / Contributor As of the morning of Monday, March 28, the Das Goat Fire in Medina County has grown over 1,000 acres as more evacuation orders are put in place. The wildfire was burning 1,092 acres and was 50% contained as of Sunday, March 27,…

5 things to know today, including more wildfires in Texas and Memorial Drive tunnels opening

Posted on March 28, 2022March 28, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Wildfires ravage Central and West Texas as dry, windy conditions continue

Posted on March 28, 2022March 28, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

An extremely large wildfire complex in Eastland County, east of Abilene, which has burned more than 54,000 acres, is nearly contained. But dozens of wildfires remain active in Texas. A 17,000-acre fire on the Fort Hood military post near Killeen grew quickly on Sunday, and that fire prompted some voluntary evacuations in rural towns in Coryell County. That fire was 0% contained as of Monday morning, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. John Nielsen-Gammon,…

'It's very scary' | Residents in Medina County neighborhood forced out as wildfires continue

Posted on March 28, 2022March 28, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Residents anxiously wait to return home as multiple agencies work to contain fire near Medina Lake. MEDINA COUNTY, Texas — Residents in the High Mountain Ranch neighborhood are anxiously waiting to return home after a wildfire forced them to evacuate over the weekend in Medina County. During a press conference on Sunday, Governor Greg Abbott said 40 homes in the area have been impacted with 37 homes saved and three destroyed by the fire. Sharon…

GSMNP: Wildfire on North Carolina side of Smoky Mountains nearly 30% contained

Posted on March 28, 2022March 28, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

The Thomas Divide Complex Fire is comprised of two wildfires. Officials confirm both fires were caused by down power lines due to high winds and fallen trees. Great Smoky Mountains Natl. Park — Many trails and backcountry campsites remain closed due to fires on the North Carolina side of the Great Smoky Mountains. The Thomas Divide Complex Fire is comprised of two wildfires. Officials confirm both fires were caused by down power lines due to…

Officials: South Texas wildfire destroys 3 homes, none hurt

Posted on March 27, 2022March 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

A wildfire has burned more an 1,000 acres in South Texas forcing some people to evacuate, destroying three homes and knocking out power to more than 100 others, officials said Sunday. Gov. Greg Abbott declared a disaster in Medina County during a news conference and said the blaze that’s forced 40 households to evacuate was only 10% contained. The fire has not caused any reported injuries or deaths, but officials in the county west of…

Astonishing video shows day hikers fleeing wildfire in Boulder, Colorado

Posted on March 27, 2022March 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

A sunny March Saturday turned into a nightmare for day hikers in the hills around Boulder, Colorado. Around 2 p.m., a wildfire began near the National Center for Atmospheric Research above the bustling college town. The wildfire was fueled by wind earlier in the day and quickly grew to 122 acres with no containment, Boulder Fire-Rescue spokesperson Marya Washburn said. Authorities issued an evacuation order for 19,400 people — including hikers who parked near NCAR…

More evacuations possible in Medina County wildfire; Gov. Abbott to visit area

Posted on March 27, 2022March 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Fire officials said nearby residents should stay aware of fire development and be prepared to leave quickly if they receive an evacuation order. SAN ANTONIO — A large brush fire south of Medina Lake that more than doubled in size Saturday is now up to 1,045 acres Sunday morning, fire officials said. Medina County fire officials said more evacuations are possible Sunday and residents in the area should be ready with a “go bag” in…

More evacuations expected in Medina County wildfire; Gov. Abbott to visit area

Posted on March 27, 2022March 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Fire officials said nearby residents should stay aware of fire development and be prepared to leave quickly if they receive an evacuation order. SAN ANTONIO — A large brush fire south of Medina Lake more than doubled in size Saturday is now up to 1,045 acres Sunday morning. Mandatory evacuations were issued Saturday and shelters provided for residents near the area. Medina County fire officials said more evacuations are expected Sunday and residents in the…

More evacuations expected in Medina County wildfire; Gov. Abbott to visit

Posted on March 27, 2022March 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Fire officials said nearby residents should stay aware of fire development and be prepared to leave quickly if they receive an evacuation order. SAN ANTONIO — A large brush fire south of Medina Lake more than doubled in size Saturday is now up to 1,045 acres Sunday morning. Mandatory evacuations were issued Saturday and shelters provided for residents near the area. Medina County fire officials said more evacuations are expected Sunday and residents in the…

FIRE ALERT: Residents evacuate as nearly 1,000 acres burn in Medina County wildfire

Posted on March 27, 2022March 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Fire officials said nearby residents should stay aware of fire development and be prepared to leave quickly if they receive an evacuation order. SAN ANTONIO — A large brush fire south of Medina Lake more than doubled in size Saturday to 958 acres. Mandatory evacuations were issued Saturday and shelters provided for residents near the area. The fire, which began Friday night, was continuing overnight into Sunday morning. Fire crews said they would keep up…

Community cleanup events take place in Round Rock and Elgin following tornadoes

Posted on March 27, 2022March 28, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Round Rock and Elgin were some of the areas hit hardest by tornadoes on Monday. ROUND ROCK, Texas — On Saturday, two communities came together to help those in need. People in Round Rock and Elgin continued to help piece back together the lives of their neighbors. Round Rock and Elgin were some of the areas hit hardest by tornadoes on Monday. RELATED: Round Rock tornado cleanup taking place Saturday Jennifer Dayton, her husband and…

Community clean up events take place in Round Rock and Elgin following tornadoes

Posted on March 27, 2022March 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Round Rock and Elgin were some of the areas hit hardest by tornadoes on Monday. ROUND ROCK, Texas — On Saturday two communities came together to help those in need. People in Round Rock and Elgin continued to help piece back together the lives of their neighbors. Round Rock and Elgin were some of the areas hit hardest by tornadoes on Monday. RELATED: Round Rock tornado cleanup taking place Saturday Jennifer Dayton, her husband and…

Das Goat Wildfire in Medina County forces evacuation of lakeside residents

Posted on March 26, 2022March 26, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Steven Santana March 26, 2022 A fire near Medina Lake is forcing residents to evacuate to a nearby shelter. U. J. Alexander/Getty Images/iStockphoto The Medina County Office of Emergency Management has issued an evacuation order as it tries to get a wildfire under control near Medina Lake. The county and the National Weather Service issued the mandatory evacuation order around 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 26 for all residents in the north and northeast areas…

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