fire outlook

Elevated to critical fire weather is expected to persist across the South Plains and broader West Texas region as record-breaking March heat, strong winds and ongoing drought conditions continue to dry out vegetation. Officials warn that despite a brief cooldown from a passing cold front, wildfire risk will remain moderate into early next week, with recent fires in the Panhandle and South Plains underscoring the growing danger.

Ranchers mow frequently and some engage in controlled burns whenever possible, aided by the local volunteer fire department whenever possible.

The Rocky Mountains can be blamed for the 50 to 60 mile-per-hour wind gusts that spread an unprecedented number of wildfires in the Sunflower State and…

The fire outlook for Colorado was recently released by the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control. The document shows the areas with the greatest…