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Widespread fire concerns this weekend

The National Weather Service advises against driving through blinding dust storms and haboobs that can stretch for miles and make breathing difficult.
Reduced visibility from dust storms can lead to chain collisions and massive pileups.
If caught in a dust storm, the NWS recommends pulling off the road as soon as possible.
In strong winds, the NWS also advises slowing down, keeping a firm grip on the steering wheel with both hands, and maintaining a safe distance from high-profile vehicles like trucks, buses and trailers.
Drivers should also watch for items being blown in the wind, as these objects may enter the roadway or strike vehicles, and high-profile vehicles may be blown over.

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Conditions Right for Wildfires

According to the National Weather Service, fires can start easily and spread quickly. To stay safe on March 15, residents should avoid burning anything outdoors, refrain from parking on dry grass and report any fires to local emergency departments.

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Wildfires Fueled by Dry Conditions Spread Across Texas and Oklahoma

An outbreak of wildfires fueled by dry conditions and hurricane-force winds was rapidly spreading across the Texas Panhandle and parts of Oklahoma on Friday, prompting evacuations, wreaking havoc on the roads and leaving thousands without power. Preliminary reports showed that the fires had destroyed some homes in Oklahoma and that at least three people had died in crashes in Texas, according to officials there. Emergency crews in both states we…

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Texas officials say 3 people have been killed in vehicle crashes in a dust storm in the state's Panhandle

Texas officials say 3 people have been killed in vehicle crashes in a dust storm in the state's Panhandle.

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High winds bring dust and damage to Texoma

(KTEN) — Wind gusting to more than 60 mph combined with dry conditions across Texoma led to downed utility lines, power outages and property damage.

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Multiple crashes and pileups reported on major roads across the South Plains

LUBBOCK, Texas -- Lubbock County and the surrounding areas were on a High Wind Warning, Red Flag Warning and Blowing Dust Warning on Friday, according to the National Weather Service. Flights at Lubbock Airport cancelled due to dangerous winds, officials confirm Multiple accidents were reported on I-27 northbound and southbound between Abernathy and Hale Center. The Texas Department of Public safety said a pileup was reported and visibilit…

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CenterPoint Energy Continues to Closely Monitor the Weather and Take Actions to Prepare for Potential Wildfire Risk Weather

National Weather Service has issued a "Fire Weather Watch" for large portions of Texas with the risk of strong winds and fire danger in the Greater Houston area from noon to 9 p.m. on Saturday

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