Texas wildfires: Evacuation orders lifted in Panhandle; Hutchinson fire 70% contained

The Texas A&M Forest Service reported the “Hutchinson” Fire in Hutchinson County was estimated to have impacted 2,882 acres and was approximately 70% contained as of Thursday morning.

Bastrop Spring Pine Fire: March 23 update
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Bastrop County fire crews are working to contain a wildfire in Bastrop State Park.

Nebo Mountain Fire in Gillespie County burns over 1K acres

The Nebo Mountain Fire in Gillespie County is now 100 percent contained. Crews from across the state battled the 1,160-acre fire in north Gillespie County.

Wildfire in Gillespie County now contained
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The Nebo Mountain Fire in Gillespie County is now 100 percent contained. Crews from across the state battled the 1,160-acre fire in north Gillespie County.

Burn ban extended in Travis County

The burn ban in Travis County has been extended in unincorporated areas due to continued dry conditions.

Burn ban in effect for Travis County for next 30 days

A burn ban is in effect for the next month for unincorporated areas of Travis County due to dry conditions.

Wildfire smoke pollution linked to more than 24K deaths a year, study finds

Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.

Eaton and Palisades fires: Communities reflect and rebuild one year later

One year after the Palisades and Eaton fires, recovery is underway—but for many residents in Altadena and Pacific Palisades, the road forward remains long and uncertain.

Burn ban in Hays County through Jan. 20

A burn ban is in effect for Hays County from now into next year due to an increased risk of wildfire.

Ken Paxton sues Xcel Energy over deadly Smokehouse Creek fire

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued Xcel Energy for over $1 billion, alleging "blatant negligence" caused the 2024 Smokehouse Creek Fire.

Disney unveils plans for new $5 million park coming to California next year

The park will be revitalized by Disney’s Imagineers and is anticipated to reopen in 2026 with a new community center and an enhanced playground.

Campaign raises awareness of wildfire risk in Austin
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The City of Austin and Travis County are reiterating the risk of wildfires with its "No-ember November" campaign.

Wildfire danger remains high in Texas

Even though it’s November, fire danger in Texas remains a concern. Despite the more fall-like weather, fire danger in Texas isn’t cooling off.

Wildfire danger remains high in Texas
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Even though it’s November, fire danger in Texas remains a concern. Despite the more fall-like weather, fire danger in Texas isn’t cooling off.