A wildfire in North Texas has spread to 1,000 acres and prompted evacuations as it threatens about 150 homes.
— is burning south of Possum Kingdom Lake between Abilene and Dallas.
There are mandatory evacuations in place for the communities of Gaines Bend, Sportsman’s World, and Hell’s Gate. The latest information from the Texas A&M Forest Service on Thursday night indicated that the fire was moving to the north and west and that it was about 30% contained. “Dozers continue to build containment lines around the fire. Engine crews are engaged in mop up and checking for heat near the line,” Texas A&M Forest Service posted on Twitter.So far, there are no reports of injuries or property damages by the fire that was believed to have been caused by humans in the late afternoon on Wednesday.the Texas Division of Emergency Management to deploy state firefighting resources to the area.
Over 15 personnel, an air attack platform, and heavy equipment such as bulldozers; two Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System strike teams comprised of approximately 30 firefighters, 10 fire engines, and a water tender.Emergency Response personnel to support local requests for assistance.Emergency Response personnel to support local requests for assistance.Wildland Fire Support Packages including paramedics, ambulances, and all-terrain vehicles.
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