Tornado survivors in Granger in need of large debris removal
Williamson County has finished its initial assessment of tornado damage. Officials reported 1,119 buildings received some type of damage.
Air quality concerns growing due to wildfires, wind gusts in Texas
Wildfire smoke can travel hundreds, even thousands of miles containing what’s known as “particle pollution,” according to Air Central Texas. According to ACT, these microscopic particles can get deep in your lungs causing burning eyes, runny nose, even leading to hospitalization or death.
AFD working on putting out several brush fires in north, northwest Austin
The Austin Fire Department is working on putting out three separate brush fires in the area.
Burn ban issued for unincorporated areas of Bastrop County
A burn ban has been issued for the unincorporated areas of Bastrop County.
Texans urged to monitor weather amid extreme fire danger
More than 200 firefighters from 70 different local fire departments are mobilized across the state, as well as 65 fire engines, and 35 aviation assets.
Tornado in Elgin rips BBQ grill top off, throws it into bathtub
Roof gone, windows blown out, and items scattered all around due to the tornado. Even a 30–35 pound BBQ grill top that was outside Lonnie's home was ripped off its base by the tornado winds and thrown in his bathtub.
Homes no longer threatened as Fort Hood officials try to put out Crittenburg Complex fire
Fire crews from Hutto and Round Rock are among those working what’s called the Crittenburg Complex fire. The fire is located near Gatesville, most of the 32,000 acres of land that has burned so far is on Fort Hood.
Austin Disaster Relief Network to open 2-day survivor intake center in Elgin
Austin Disaster Relief Network (ADRN) is set to open a two-day survivor intake center in Elgin to offer relief to those impacted by tornado damage on Monday, March 21.
Fort Hood officials give update, speak on efforts to put out Crittenburg Complex fire
Col. Chad Foster, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hood commander, said the fire started last week with smaller fires. This was not caused by a controlled burn or prescribed burn.
Strong winds, low humidity increases fire danger early this week
People living in areas where conditions are critical for fires are asked to refrain from doing any activities that could cause a spark and allow for a fire to spread rapidly.
Texas wildfires erupt in Coryell County, prompting multiple evacuations
The Texas A&M Forest Service said Sunday afternoon that the Crittenburg Fire in Coryell County was being renamed the Crittenburg Complex, consisting of three wildfires that have burned together.
Couple loses home they've lived in for 26 years to Elgin tornado
A married couple in Elgin lost their home they've lived in since 1996 to an EF-2 tornado that ripped through the town.
Officials: South Texas wildfire destroys 3 homes, none hurt
Governor Greg Abbott has declared a disaster in Medina County on Sunday as a wildfire continues to burn more than 1,000 acres.
Wildfire burning near National Center for Atmospheric Research forces evacuations in Boulder
Officials said the so-called NCAR Fire has burned more than 120 acres but the combination of dry brush and winds could cause the blaze to continue to grow.
How are tornadoes measured? NWS uses the Enhanced Fujita Scale
Adaleigh Rowe explains how the National Weather Service uses the Enhanced Fujita Scale to determine tornado strength.
Austin businesses hold charity event to help tornado victims
Proceeds will go to the Austin Disaster Relief Network.
Teen who drove through Texas tornado given new truck by Fort Worth Chevrolet dealership
The Texas teen who survived after his truck was overturned, then turned right side up while driving through a tornado earlier this week was surprised in Fort Worth with a new car and a generous gift to his family.
Large brush fire prompts Medina County evacuation order, some free to return home
The fire is believed to have started as a vehicle fire on Friday. But, due to the higher temperatures and the red flag warning, the flames spread across the county and into Mico.
Rounding up pets large and small animal rescue groups aid Texas tornado recovery
'When there is a human need, there is also an animal need'
Elgin man released from hospital after suffering leg injury from tornado
An Elgin man suffered a leg injury that sent him to the hospital after a tornado ripped through his mobile home earlier this week.