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Texas under Level 4 wildfire preparedness plan with increase in fire conditions

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Drought conditions and a high volume of wildfires statewide are contributing factors. TEXAS, USA — The Parmer Lane Fire continues to burn in Cedar Park, but it is only one of numerous wildfires that have been popping up across Texas. The state is currently under a Level 4 preparedness plan when it comes to wildfires. The Texas A&M Forest Service has a preparedness scale that is a great indicator of where the Lone Star State…

In Spain, goats are seen as a solution to wildfires

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

With their ability to clear underbrush and create fire breaks at low costs, goat herds are a key tool for wildfire mitigation.

Caldwell County wildfire now 100% contained

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

LOCKHART, Texas — Firefighters are battling a 150-acre wildfire in Caldwell County on Wednesday afternoon. There was low visibility due to heavy smoke, the sheriff’s office said. As of 4:45 p.m., the wildfire, which the Texas A&M Forest Service has called the Plum Hopper fire, was 150 acres and 40% contained. Drivers are asked to avoid the area.

'There's nothing left': Triangle man gives emotional, firsthand account of devastation from Hawaii wildfires

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

As we know, Hawaii is a very popular vacation spot. This morning we are hearing from people who left RDU for vacation but are now facing a very different and devastating experience. Hawaiian officials are urging tourists to postpone their trips, but we are hearing from North Carolinians who are already there. One man — a familiar name here in the Triangle — is in Hawaii as the wildfires rage on. Greg Taylor gives an emotional account…

Another chance for severe weather with damaging winds, isolated tornadoes

Posted on August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Thursday, August 10, 2023 10:08AM RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — There is a level 2 risk of severe thunderstorms across the Triangle today. Damaging winds pose the greatest risk, though storms will be capable of hail, isolated tornadoes, and locally heavy downpours. Western parts of the Triangle will begin to see activity starting mid to late morning, with areas near Raleigh and eastward getting into the action during the late-morning early-afternoon timeframe. Latest models show storms…

Death toll reaches 36 as Hawaii wildfires continue to burn

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

“It’s horrifying. I’ve flown here 52 years and I’ve never seen anything come close to that,” said Richard Olsten, a helicopter pilot for a tour company. WAILUKU, Hawaii — At least 36 people have died in the Lahaina fire in Hawaii, Maui County wrote in a statement posted to the county website Wednesday evening. Wildfires, whipped by strong winds from Hurricane Dora passing far to the south, took the island of Maui by surprise, leaving behind…

At least 36 people have died in fires burning through Hawaii, county reports

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

At least 36 people have died in fires burning through Maui, county reports

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

HONOLULU — At least 36 people have died in the Lahaina fire in Hawaii, Maui County wrote in a statement posted to the county website Wednesday evening. Wildfires, whipped by strong winds from Hurricane Dora passing far to the south, took the island of Maui by surprise, leaving behind burned-out cars on once busy streets and smoking piles of rubble where historic buildings had stood. Flames roared throughout the night, forcing adults and children to…

At least 36 dead in wildfire in historic Lahaina, Hawaii, officials say

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

There are fears the toll will rise. The blaze is one of several that devastated entire Hawaiian towns, spread at first by winds from distant Hurricane Dora.

Wildfire on Maui kills at least 6, damages over 270 structures as it sweeps through historic town

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Acting Gov. Sylvia Luke said the flames “wiped out communities,” and urged travelers to stay away: “This is not a safe place to be.” HONOLULU — A wildfire tore through the heart of the Hawaiian island of Maui in darkness Wednesday, reducing much of a historic town to ash and forcing people to jump into the ocean to flee the flames. At least six people died, dozens were wounded and 271 structures were damaged or destroyed….

How climate change is making Hawaii more prone to wildfires

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Eyewitnesses are describing wildfires spreading across Maui, Hawaii’s second-largest island, as an apocalyptic scene amid mass evacuations and growing flames. Elizabeth Pickett, executive director for the Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization, discusses how the state can prepare for future fires.

Texas is preparing for more wildfires without a break from heat in forecast

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KENS/images/ce36fae0-337a-4c25-9125-16e6c76225a1/ce36fae0-337a-4c25-9125-16e6c76225a1_750x422.jpg The number of acres burned this year is dramatically lower compared to 2022. But a rash of new fires have put state and local officials on edge. TEXAS, USA — This story was first published on the Texas Tribune, and can be viewed here. State and local officials are increasingly wary of wildfires engulfing Texas as hot temperatures and dry conditions increase the potential for damage. Texas A&M Forest Service, which monitors wildfire conditions,…

Wildfire burns in Caldwell County

Posted on August 9, 2023August 9, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

LOCKHART, Texas — Firefighters are battling a 35-acre wildfire in Caldwell County on Wednesday afternoon. There was low visibility due to heavy smoke, the sheriff’s office said. As of 4:45 p.m., the wildfire, which the Texas A&M Forest Service has called the Plum Hopper fire, was 35 acres and not at all contained. Drivers are asked to avoid the area.

Wildfire burns off Dickerson Road in Caldwell County

Posted on August 9, 2023August 9, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Texas is preparing for more wildfires without a break from heat in forecast

Posted on August 9, 2023August 9, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. LUBBOCK — State and local officials are increasingly wary of wildfires engulfing Texas as hot temperatures and dry conditions increase the potential for damage. Texas A&M Forest Service, which monitors wildfire conditions, this week raised the preparedness level to its second-highest rating. A Level 4 rating indicates there is a large amount of…

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