Gov. Abbott adds Somervell County to disaster declaration due to Chalk Mountain wildfire
Governor Greg Abbott was in Glen Rose Saturday morning to give an update on the fire situation across the state, including the Chalk Mountain wildfire.
Governor Greg Abbott was in Glen Rose Saturday morning to give an update on the fire situation across the state, including the Chalk Mountain wildfire.
Chalk Mountain Fire burns 6,700 acres in Somervell County
The Chalk Mountain Fire has burned more than 6,700 acres, destroying multiple homes and other properties. One woman has been working nonstop to help those battling the flames even as her family’s properties have burned.
The Chalk Mountain Fire has burned more than 6,700 acres, destroying multiple homes and other properties. One woman has been working nonstop to help those battling the flames even as her family’s properties have burned.
North Texas Wildfires: Firefighters make some progress thanks to weather
Thursday's milder weather helped firefighters get a better handle on several wildfires in the North Texas area.
Thursday's milder weather helped firefighters get a better handle on several wildfires in the North Texas area.
16 homes destroyed, 5 damaged by Chalk Mountain wildfire in Somervell County
The first damage report from the large wildfire in Somervell County shows that more than a dozen homes were destroyed.
The first damage report from the large wildfire in Somervell County shows that more than a dozen homes were destroyed.
North Texas wildfires destroy homes, force evacuations
Stubborn wildfires are being fueled by the hot, dry and windy conditions in North Texas.The Texas A&M Forest Service says there are seven in the area.
Stubborn wildfires are being fueled by the hot, dry and windy conditions in North Texas.The Texas A&M Forest Service says there are seven in the area.
Possum Kingdom Lake fire continues burning; voluntary evacuations underway
Firefighters are still struggling to get control of this 500-acre wildfire near Possum Kingdom Lake that burned down several homes. As of Tuesday, evacuations are only voluntary.
Firefighters are still struggling to get control of this 500-acre wildfire near Possum Kingdom Lake that burned down several homes. As of Tuesday, evacuations are only voluntary.
6,000 acres continue burning in Chalk Mountain wildfire in Somervell County
The Chalk Mountain Fire began Monday afternoon and has already burned about 4,000 acres near Glen Rose. It is only about 10% contained.
The Chalk Mountain Fire began Monday afternoon and has already burned about 4,000 acres near Glen Rose. It is only about 10% contained.
500-acre wildfire destroys several homes near Possum Kingdom Lake
An extremely destructive wildfire at Possum Kingdom Lake in Palo Pinto County destroyed waterfront homes and lake houses.
An extremely destructive wildfire at Possum Kingdom Lake in Palo Pinto County destroyed waterfront homes and lake houses.
Firefighters battling wildfire in Kaufman County
The Kings Creek fire south of Kaufman and west of Kemp broke out Sunday night. It has scorched more than 500 acres.
The Kings Creek fire south of Kaufman and west of Kemp broke out Sunday night. It has scorched more than 500 acres.
Palo Pinto wildfires continue to burn, crews making progress
Crews are working to get a handle on a wildfire burning in Palo Pinto County, west of Fort Worth.
Crews are working to get a handle on a wildfire burning in Palo Pinto County, west of Fort Worth.
New Mexico wildfires, enraged residents prompt Biden visit
Evacuations have displaced thousands of residents from rural villages with Spanish-colonial roots and high poverty rates.
Evacuations have displaced thousands of residents from rural villages with Spanish-colonial roots and high poverty rates.
Warnings for critical wildfire conditions issued across US Southwest
Red flag warnings of critical fire conditions were issued by the National Weather Service in eight states.
Red flag warnings of critical fire conditions were issued by the National Weather Service in eight states.
Gusty winds fan wildfires in Texas, New Mexico, Colorado
The hot and dry weather across Texas and other states has helped fuel several big wildfires. The massive "Mesquite Heat" fire near Abilene has already scorched nearly 10,000 acres and has destroyed dozens of homes.
The hot and dry weather across Texas and other states has helped fuel several big wildfires. The massive "Mesquite Heat" fire near Abilene has already scorched nearly 10,000 acres and has destroyed dozens of homes.
Crews making progress battling Texas wildfires
Firefighters are getting a better handle on some of the wildfires in Texas.
Firefighters are getting a better handle on some of the wildfires in Texas.
Wildfires causing smoky haze across North Texas skies
Smoke from several active wildfires across Texas is putting those with respiratory conditions at risk. MedStar reported a significant jump in the number of patients having trouble breathing. Officials say this problem might last a couple more days and are advising anyone with respiratory issues to stay inside until the haze clears.
Smoke from several active wildfires across Texas is putting those with respiratory conditions at risk. MedStar reported a significant jump in the number of patients having trouble breathing. Officials say this problem might last a couple more days and are advising anyone with respiratory issues to stay inside until the haze clears.
Wildfires prompt evacuations in South and Central Texas
People living near wildfires in South Texas and Central Texas were forced to leave their homes over the weekend. At least three homes were destroyed by the flames.
People living near wildfires in South Texas and Central Texas were forced to leave their homes over the weekend. At least three homes were destroyed by the flames.
Texas wildfires nearly contained; funeral set for Eastland Co. deputy killed while saving others
Cooler and less windy weather has helped firefighters fighting wildfires west of Dallas-Fort Worth. Friends and family are also preparing to say goodbye to the deputy who was killed while rescuing people from the fires in Eastland County.
Cooler and less windy weather has helped firefighters fighting wildfires west of Dallas-Fort Worth. Friends and family are also preparing to say goodbye to the deputy who was killed while rescuing people from the fires in Eastland County.
Crews making progress fighting wildfires in Hood, Eastland counties
Monday’s rain provided some help for firefighters battling wildfires in Eastland County, as well as the Big L fire in Hood and Erath counties.
Monday’s rain provided some help for firefighters battling wildfires in Eastland County, as well as the Big L fire in Hood and Erath counties.
‘Big L’ wildfire partially contained; evacuation orders lifted
A wildfire has burned more than 11,000 acres in Hood and Erath counties and is only 20% contained. But the Texas A&M Forest Service said firefighters have stopped its forward progress.
A wildfire has burned more than 11,000 acres in Hood and Erath counties and is only 20% contained. But the Texas A&M Forest Service said firefighters have stopped its forward progress.
Wildfires cause evacuations in multiple Texas counties
Crews are battling wildfires in Eastland County and near the Erath/Hood County line. People who live in those areas are being asked to evacuate.
Crews are battling wildfires in Eastland County and near the Erath/Hood County line. People who live in those areas are being asked to evacuate.