Wildfires in Burnet and Llano counties
Firefighters are on high alert after several wildfires erupted in the past few days. Crews are working to protect neighborhoods in Llano and Burnet counties.
BURNET COUNTY, Texas – Fire crews are working to put out wildfires in Burnet and Llano counties.
The backstory:
Sandy Fire
According to data from Watch Duty, the wildfire is in the area of Walnut Creek and Ridge Drive near Horseshoe Bay in Llano County.
As of August 11, around 8 p.m., the fire has burned 9 acres with 50% containment, the Texas A&M Forest Service said.
Flatrock Fire
According to data from Watch Duty, the wildfire is in the 4300 Block of County Road 401 near Marble Falls in Burnet County.
As of August 11, around 7:30 p.m., the fire has burned 15 acres and is 30% contained, the Texas A&M Forest Service said.
Firefighters have stopped forward progression.
No evacuations are in place at this time.
This is a developing story, refresh for the latest updates
The Source: Information from Watch Duty data, the Burnet County ESD 9 – Spicewood Fire Rescue, and the Round Mountain Volunteer Fire Department-Texas