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Clearing trees to decrease fire risks requires a permit

Summary by KSAT 12

Tuesday’s wildfires in south Bexar County proved that fires can spark instantly.Six homes were burned as a result of wildfires along Interstate 37, according to Bexar County officials.Many people living outside San Antonio heeded the advice of fire officials and cleared out dead vegetation close to their homes.However, those who live outside San Antonio but inside the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) must have a permit to remove trees.…

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KSAT 12

Clearing trees to decrease fire risks requires a permit

14 days ago·San Antonio, United States

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KTSM

Gov. Abbott announces federal assistance for Texas wildfires

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Wednesday that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved the state's request for fire management assistance grants for the Welder Fire in San Patricio County and the Duke Fire in Bexar County, according to a press release. “The State of Texas and emergency responders continue to work around the clock to fight the wildfires in Texas and keep our communities safe,” Abbott said. “FEMA’s a…

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clarendonlive.com

State urging preparations for wildfires - Clarendon Live

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14 days ago·Clarendon, United States

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Safeguard Properties

FEMA Fire Management Assistance Declaration - Texas Welder Fire

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The Castro County News

Abbott directs state emergency resources ahead of wildfire, weather threats

Governor Abbott announced that he directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate additional state emergency response resources in anticipation of extremely critical wildfi re danger expected across West Texas and an increased risk of severe storms in North and East Texas.

15 days ago·Dimmitt, United States

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