Prepare -va for wild fires, because the potential continues

As the fire potential continues in Texas, prepares and retains peak prevention.

“The dry conditions will persist at the weekend, continuing the risk of this week for wild fires,” said Jared Karns, the head of Texas A&M Forest Service. “It is important for Texans to prepare for wild fires, to work to prevent and listen to the warnings of local officials.”

Ninety percent of wild fires are caused by people and their activities, which means most can be prevented. Helps prevent fires by being cautious with any outdoor activity that can cause a spark.

Burning of debris. Firing of debris is the number one cause of the wild fires in Texas. Always check and follow Local burning prohibitions And avoid burning in hot, dry or windy days.

Using equipment. The use of equipment is the second main cause of fires. Keep all vehicles in a good working condition and avoid parking and driving in high and dry grass. Catalytic converters can arouse dry grass.

Prepare the family for wild fire.

Create a Go Kit. Build a kit with people and consumables for pets, recipes, important works, personal needs and priceless objects.

Plan the escape routes. Identify at least two exhaust routes and pre-loading exhaust routes in the vehicle or mobile phone.

Follow the instructions of the local officials. Sign up for local alerts and notifications from local emergency response officials.

Under the direction of the Abbott governor and the Emergency Management Division in TexasTexas A&M Forest Service has activated state and local firefighters, support staff, fire engines, bulldozers and engines; Federal contracted fire control aircraft, including large air tanks, a single fireproof air tanks, air attack platforms for surveillance and location and helicopters with fire control capacity.

Starting January 1, 2025, state and local firefighters responded to 462 wild fires that burned 9,093 acres at national level.

Learn more about the current fire situation and how you can prepare https://tfsweb.tamu.edu/currentStation/.

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Contacts:

Texas A&M Forest Service Information Officer, 979-255-0591, [email protected]

Texas A & M Forest Service Communications Office, 979-458-6600, [email protected]

Source and photo credit: Texas A & M Forest Service