Texas Wildfire Activity Expected to Increase as Drought Devours State

Dry conditions and increased vegetation set stage for higher wildfire risk in Texas

Wildfire activity across the state is expected to increase this winter and spring as above-normal levels of vegetation dry and become highly flammable, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.

Texas wildfire activity expected to increase as drought devours state

More than 60% of Texas is experiencing some level of drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor that was updated Thursday. That is up 10% from two weeks ago.

Texas wildfire risk grows as vegetation and dry weather conditions increase

Wildfire activity across Texas is expected to increase this winter and spring as vegetation dries and becomes highly flammable, the Texas A&M Forest Service said Friday. The dormant wildfire season, which occurs during winter and spring, is typically characterized by fire activity in freeze-cured grasses and by increased wind speeds associated with passing dry cold fronts, according to the statement. Above-normal grass growth across much of Texa…