Start of spring weather in Austin to feel like summer
On Friday we mark the spring equinox, traditionally known as the first day of spring. However, the start…
Maroon Fire spreads in Texas Panhandle, leads to closed highways
Another grass fire was burning in the Texas Panhandle, south of Channing, on Sunday, March 8. As of…
Texas wildfire risk stays high while Austin stays dry. When will we ever see more rain?
The beautiful weather across Texas this week comes to us courtesy of a ridge of high atmospheric pressure settling…
Panhandle wildfires contained as Texas warns of increased fire danger
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – According to the Texas A&M Forest Service, the Eight Ball and Lavender fires in…
How to spot it, stop it and receive federal assistance
SAN ANTONIO – In South Central Texas, oak trees aren’t just trees: they’re infrastructure, history and climate protection.…
East Texas counties enact burn bans as wildfires spread across the state
East Texas (KLTV) – Dozens of grass fires across East Texas have prompted three county judges to enact…
Texas A&M Forest Service offers safety tips to avoid a holiday catastrophe
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) – The Texas A&M Forest Service says “unseasonably warm weather” this holiday season and freeze…
Texas A&M Forest Service celebrates accomplishments at annual gathering
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) – Texas A&M recently hosted a gathering of statewide agency employees to recognize their…
Texas A&M Forest Service to build $2.5M Smithville office
The Texas A&M Forest Service will build a new office in Smithville. Collin Woodland, a task force coordinator…
Texas House lawmakers question if state is prepared for next major wildfire
More than 20 months after wildfires swept through the Texas Panhandle in early 2024, burning over 1.2 million…
Crews contain grass fire south of Dumas
MOORE COUNTY, Texas (KFDA) – Crews have contained a grass fire south of Dumas along Highway 87. The…
Weak front set to bring San Antonio strong winds, dry air but also higher wildfire danger
A weak cold front that was pushing through Texas over the weekend is expected to kick up blustery…