PFLUGERVILLE, Texas — The Pflugerville Fire Department stated Sunday morning that Travis County ESD No. 2 firefighters were on the scene of a brush fire with Travis County ESD No. 12, AFD, and STAR Flight.
The fire near Austin Executive Airport off of NB SH130 was reported at 11:47 a.m., and was later reported to be between 10 and 15 acres.
Dozers from Travis County from ESD No. 2 and Travis County ESD No. 11 were dispatched to the fire just before noon. APD Air 1 also later responded.
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The forward progression of the fire was stopped by 12:20 p.m., but crews will be on the scene for an extended period of time to continue mop up.
The fire department is encouraging people to use extra caution with outdoor cooking and to avoid activities that can create sparks near dry vegetation.