Photo U.S. Forest Service
January 4, 2025 - The Madley Fire on the Sabine National Forest is currently 80% contained and estimated at 674 acres. Fire operations remain normal, with crews continuing to strengthen containment lines and monitor the fire area. Smoke may still be visible as fuels continue to burn within the established perimeter. There is no current threat to the public, and firefighter and public safety remain the top priorities.
January 3, 2025 - (Update: 6:26pm) - According to information released by the U.S. Forest Service, by 5:45pm firefighters completed Saturday’s planned burnout operations on the Madley Fire in Shelby County.
As of this update, the fire is estimated at 435 acres and 40% contained. Dozer lines are complete, crews are holding along the creek, and burnout operations for the day are finished.
Fire resources will continue to monitor and hold containment lines to ensure firefighter and public safety. There is no additional burnout planned for tonight, January 3.
They stated they appreciate the public’s cooperation and support as crews continue suppression efforts.
Photo U.S. Forest Service
Photo U.S. Forest Service
Burnout operations are in progress in the Sabine National Forest area of Shelby County near Huxley.
The National Forests and Grasslands in Texas issued at 10:22pm yesterday, January 3 a Wildfire Report advising a wildfire had been confirmed near the community of Huxley. The wildfire was located on the Sabine National Forest Compartment 43 area and named the fire Madley which had an estimated size of 75 plus acres. The direction of spread was South and containment lines are in place.
Burnout operations are planned for this afternoon, January 3rd on the Madley Fire, located in Shelby County on the Sabine National Forest.
Firefighters will be working off established dozer lines to conduct burnout operations, with fire activity expected to reach approximately 400–500 acres. The objective of today’s operations is to reduce available fuels near containment lines and strengthen control of the fire.
Forest Service Roads 135, 126, and 126C are within the operational area. Motorists and forest visitors should use caution and be prepared for smoke, fire activity, and the presence of firefighting equipment.
Firefighter and public safety remain the top priority. Additional updates will be shared as conditions change.
