TDEM activates wildfire response resources due to increased wildfire danger in Texas

AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) announced Sunday afternoon that they have activated additional state wildfire response resources due to the increased wildfire danger expected across the Western half of Texas tomorrow.

“With an increased risk of wildfire danger in the forecast, the State of Texas has prepared wildfire response resources to support local firefighters with any fire suppression needs,” said Texas Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd. “Texans are urged to avoid activities that cause sparks and follow instructions from local emergency officials.”

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According to the Texas A&M Forest Service, increased wildfire potential is across large portions of the state including the Panhandle, South Plains, Permian Basin, West Texas, and Hill Country regions.

Additionally, dry grasses and near-record high temperatures are elements that heighten the risk of wildfire activity across these areas.

According to a press release sent by the Texas Division of Emergency Management, Texans can access wildfire tips and safety information at tfsweb.tamu.edu and TexasReady.gov. General disaster preparedness information can also be found at tdem.texas.gov/prepare.