Texas, Wildfires

Wildfires popping up across Texas due to strong winds and dry conditions
Strong winds and dry conditions are fueling wildfires and increasing threats across Texas.Climate researchers have said the ingredients are in place for a wildfire threat North Texas hasn't seen in at least 10 years.
Texas faces increased wildfire risk as strong winds fuel multiple active fires
Wildfires are nothing new to South Texans. With rising temperatures and ongoing dry conditions, Texas faces an increased risk of wildfires.
High winds fuel dusty conditions in North Texas
High winds are stirring up dust, putting parts of North Texas under a blowing dust advisory until 9 p.m. Friday. The weather service said as a result,
Elevated fire threat persists due to dry air and breezy conditions in North Texas
Our fire threat remains Elevated to Critical on Saturday as very low humidity remains in place, with gusty winds. Sunday will be less breezy, but the breeze returns next week, as
North Texas faces renewed fire risk as heat and high winds return
After a brief cooldown, heat and high winds are expected to return to North Texas. Residents should prepare for increased fire danger this coming week.
Extreme Fire Danger: North Texas fire departments on standby as wildfire threat ramps up
So far, DFW has not seen any major fires, but the extreme threat continues into Friday afternoon. North Texas fire departments have increased staffing and more tools on hand, responding with more than the typical number of engines.
High winds cause power outages and fire risks in North Texas
High winds in North Texas are causing power outages and dangerous conditions. Warnings are in effect until 9 p.m., with gusts up to 89 mph. Residents are advised to avoid activities that could spark fires and to keep generators away from homes to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
Heat and high winds to return to North Texas after brief cooldown
By Monday, we're back to strong winds and temperatures in the 80s. Red flag warnings were just south of us on Saturday. We ...
Hurricane-force winds blast Texas, Oklahoma as fast-spreading wildfires prompt evacuations
A dangerous combination of hurricane-force winds, dry land and cratering humidity levels are bringing sweeping dust storms ...
Brutal wind ravages Texas Panhandle, flipping big rigs, downing trees, blowing dust
Powerful winds tore through the New Mexico and the Texas Panhandle on Friday, with gusts approaching 100 mph in some places.
Over 400 flights canceled at DFW International Airport as high winds move into North Texas
Hundreds of flights have been either canceled or delayed at DFW International Airport as strong winds move across North Texas ...
Wildfires, including one near Fredericksburg, rage through thousands of acres across Texas
The Crabapple Fire, the wildfire near Fredericksburg in Gillespie County, has burned 8,640 acres and is 0% contained, as of 6 ...
Trampoline spotted flying over house during high winds in Texas
LUBBOCK, Texas (Gray News) - A trampoline was seen clearing a house in Lubbock, Texas, during extremely windy conditions that ...
Tornado threat moves to southern U.S. after severe storms kill at least 20, unleashes winds and fans wildfires
At least 12 fatalities have been reported in Missouri, according to the Missouri State Emergency Management Agency. The ...
UPDATE: High wind warning for North Texas until Friday evening, according to the NWS
On Friday at 11:49 a.m. an updated high wind warning was issued by the NWS Fort Worth TX in effect until 7 p.m. The warning ...
VIDEO: Several hurt in multi-vehicle pile-up along Texas highway caused by extreme wind
Harsh wind caused a massive vehicle pile-up on a highway during a major weather event in Texas, with several people hurt.