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'Not enough firefighters' | Rural fire departments in Central Texas get boost to help them fight wildfires

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'Not enough firefighters' | Rural fire departments in Central Texas get boost to help them fight wildfires

While appreciative of new grants, departments in Bertram and Marble Falls are still facing challenges, calling water and people their most precious resources. MARBLE FALLS, Texas — Fire departments in Bertram, Burnet and Marble Falls are getting money to buy more equipment and strengthen their responses to emergencies. This $2.1 million in funding will come from grants from Texas A&M Forest Service, which is crucial for rural towns in the Hill Country.  For a number of…

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One year after devastating Panhandle wildfires, Canadian resident reflects on the work of rebuilding

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One year after devastating Panhandle wildfires, Canadian resident reflects on the work of rebuilding

Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the story. See our AI policy, and give us feedback. Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. One year ago, the largest wildfire in state history ripped through the Texas Panhandle, leaving a trail of destruction. Since then, Remelle Farrar and other Panhandle residents have begun to rebuild, even as…

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Hays County judge says software glitch caused some communication issues during wildfires

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Hays County judge says software glitch caused some communication issues during wildfires

As wildfires burned near Buda and Kyle last week, some Hays County residents were confused by alerts they received from county agencies. HAYS COUNTY, Texas — Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra is addressing concerns over communication issues during wildfires last week. As wildfires broke out across the area, some residents were confused by alerts and multiple evacuation orders sent across different platforms. KUT reported that initial push alerts and posts from the Hays County Sheriff’s Office about…

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Hurricane forecasters express concern over NOAA job cuts impact

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Hurricane forecasters express concern over NOAA job cuts impact

The jobs lost could impact the weather forecasts you get at home. SAN ANTONIO — As the federal government continues with firings and layoffs, one specific cut could impact the weather forecasts you get at home. It is NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmosphere Administration. They are key in shaping ocean, fisheries, climate, space and weather policies. It’s data is the invisible backbone of almost all weather forecasts, including hurricanes.  “There were important cuts at…

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Hays County emergency alerts cause confusion during Tuesday's wildfires

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Hays County emergency alerts cause confusion during Tuesday's wildfires

Alerts and multiple evacuation orders in Hays County left people confused Tuesday as wildfires broke out across the region. Initial push alerts and posts from the Hays County Sheriff’s Office about a wildfire east of Buda didn’t explicitly mention a fire, but referred to an “ongoing incident” and instructed people within a 3-mile radius to evacuate. Screenshot from phone One of the alerts Hays County residents received Tuesday that referred to an “ongoing incident.” Toni…

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Tuesday's wildfires scorched more than 500 acres in south Bexar County

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Tuesday's wildfires scorched more than 500 acres in south Bexar County

The Duke and Calaveras fires burned dozens of structures south of San Antonio, on a day when the flames were fanned by whipping winds. SAN ANTONIO — Lives were upended and homes reduced to rubble when a perfect storm of extreme winds and extremely dry conditions sparked a pair of fast-moving wildfires in far south and southeast Bexar County, challenging firefighters and the neighbors who rushed to help them.  The Calaveras and Duke fires burned…

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How big were this week's wildfires in Bexar County?

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How big were this week's wildfires in Bexar County?

The Duke and Calaveras fires burned dozens of structures south of San Antonio, on a day when the flames were fanned by whipping winds. SAN ANTONIO — Lives were upended and homes reduced to rubble when a perfect storm of extreme winds and extremely dry conditions sparked a pair of fast-moving wildfires in far south and southeast Bexar County, challenging firefighters and the neighbors who rushed to help them.  The Calaveras and Duke fires burned…

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Crews contain wildfire in southeast Williamson County

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Crews contain wildfire in southeast Williamson County

There were at least eight reported fires in Williamson County on Tuesday. WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas — Crews have contained a wildfire in southeast Williamson County that began on Tuesday. As of Wednesday evening, the Tree Line fire was 4 acres and 100% contained, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. The fire burned southeast of Taylor off CR 480, south of CR 479. The Williamson County Office of Emergency Management said as of 3:45 p.m….

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Wildfire contained to 300 acres in northwest Matagorda County

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Wildfire contained to 300 acres in northwest Matagorda County

A fire burned near Midfield, Texas, Tuesday. Fire officials were worried about high winds, but were able to contain the fire. MIDFIELD, Texas — A wildfire in northwest Matagorda County warranted a large response as fire crews battled high winds Tuesday afternoon. The fire was fully contained Tuesday. The damage was limited to 300 acres, with crews working through the night to put out hot spots. No structures were burned and no injuries were reported….

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Wildfires 90% contained in South Bexar County, 9 homes destroyed

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Wildfires 90% contained in South Bexar County, 9 homes destroyed

Fire crews continue to work on putting out two separate wildfires on the South Side of Bexar County on Wednesday. Never miss San Antonio Report’s biggest stories. Sign up for The Recap, a newsletter rundown of the most important news, delivered every Monday and Thursday. The fires were boosted by extreme winds on Tuesday, which caused officials to call for mandatory evacuations and the opening of an emergency shelter. County officials said that more than…

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Wimberley wildfire nearly contained after Hays County blaze

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Wimberley wildfire nearly contained after Hays County blaze

Another active wildfire is blazing in a small Central Texas town on Wednesday, March 5. The Hays County Office of Emergency Services is responding to and monitoring an active wildfire in Wimberley. The fire is located at 3777 Longhorn Trail in the northwest Wimberley area. This comes after two wildfires erupted in Hays County following extreme winds and dusty conditions across the central and south Texas region on Tuesday, March 4.  According to the Texas A&M…

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Crews respond to active wildfire near Wimberley

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Crews respond to active wildfire near Wimberley

Emergency officials are asking the public to avoid the area. WIMBERLEY, Texas — Emergency officials are responding to an active wildfire near Wimberley. The Hays County Office of Emergency Management reported the fire near Longhorn Trail just before 2 p.m. Wednesday. Details are limited at this time, but officials are asking the public to avoid the area. If evacuation notices are necessary, they’ll be sent out through Warn Central Texas. This is a developing story,…

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Wind damage from Wednesday brings out home repair scammers

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Wind damage from Wednesday brings out home repair scammers

There are plenty of red flags to look out for when a contractor knocks on your door. SAN ANTONIO — Homeowners all across south Texas are in need of repairs to their home after yesterday’s high winds. But finding a reputable company to do the work is a must to avoid weather damage scams. Natural disasters bring out the worst in criminals trying to take advantage of homeowners dealing with a storm aftermath, leading to…

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Several wildfires rage across South Texas Wednesday

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Several wildfires rage across South Texas Wednesday

While most of them are in rural areas, air quality will be reduced for several Texas Wednesday. SAN ANTONIO — Several fires rage across South Texas Wednesday! While most of them are in rural areas, air quality will be reduced for several Texas today. In fact, our air quality monitors are indicating “Unhealthy for sensitive groups.” For those who suffer from any respiratory illness like COPD or Emphysema need to limit time outdoors over the…

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Wildfire near Johnson City nearly fully contained

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Wildfire near Johnson City nearly fully contained

Officials said visibility was less than a mile when they first arrived at the fire, with dust and winds making firefighting difficult. BLANCO COUNTY, Texas — Crews continue working to contain a wildfire west of Johnson City that started on Tuesday afternoon. The Blanco County Sheriff’s Office reported the large fire near Klett Ranch Road around 4 p.m. before crews were able to stop the fire’s progress. As of Wednesday at 1 p.m., the Texas…

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