SAN SABA COUNTY, Texas — Crews are battling a large wildfire in San Saba County that has grown to an estimated 1,500 acres on Tuesday, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.
The agency said in an update around 8:20 p.m. Tuesday that the Kurk Fire was 5% contained and remained active along its flanks.
The Texas A&M Forest Service was called to assist with the fire around 6 p.m., when it was estimated at 500 acres and 0% contained.
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By about 6:30 p.m., crews had increased containment to 5%. Aviation resources made several drops that officials said helped slow the fire’s spread, while dozer crews made slow progress because of the terrain.
Less than two hours later, the Forest Service estimated the fire had grown to 1,500 acres. Despite the increase in acreage, officials said its forward progression had been stopped.
Officials have not provided information about any evacuations, injuries, or structures threatened.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.