Warm, dry weather urges Wildfire Safety

State, local officials warn public of rising wildfire risks - Clarendon Live

Local and state officials are warning the public about the increasing risks of wildfires in across Texas and in the Panhandle area particularly. Unseasonably warm and dry conditions, along with freeze-cured grasses are raising wildfire risks during the holidays across the Lone Star State, the Texas A&M Forest Service warns. Clarendon Fire Chief Jeremy Powell

Warm, dry weather urges Wildfire Safety

Elevated fire weather conditions exist across the Texas Panhandles due to unusually warm weather, dry air and strong southwesterly winds. This will create an environment where wildfires can spark easily and spread rapidly.