The Arkansas Forestry Commission says the danger of wildfires continues across Arkansas. The commission said in a news release that low humidity levels of below 35 to 40 percent and wind gusts of 10 miles per hour and more will …
Texas forestry officials urged caution during Labor Day outings to avoid starting wildfires like a disastrous 2011 blaze blamed on strong winds. Records show 126 of the state’s 254 counties had burn bans in effect Thursday, the Texas A&M Forest …
The Arkansas Forestry Commission has lowered the wildfire danger for Arkansas from extreme to high because of scattered rain across the state and elevated humidity values. Officials said Monday open burning is still discouraged, since fires can escape and containment …
Recent cooler weather that helped ease the fire danger across Texas is expected to give way to hot, dry conditions by the weekend. The Texas Forest Service on Wednesday reported that critical fire weather conditions are likely Saturday and Sunday …