Tx A&M Forest Service

Fireworks Are Prohibited in Forests and Grasslands

December 28, 2023 – As the holiday weekend (December 31 and January 1) approaches, officials with the U.S. Forest Service remind the public that fireworks are prohibited in the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas.

Fireworks can create a potentially dangerous fire situation, and Forest Supervisor Kimpton Cooper says law enforcement personnel will be watchful again this year.

Forest Thinning Grant Applications Open Through Southern Pine Beetle Prevention Program

November 1, 2023 — Texas A&M Forest Service is accepting applications for the 2024 Southern Pine Beetle (SPB) Prevention Cost-Share Program. Applications are due by February 1.

Through the program, eligible forest landowners can receive financial and technical assistance related to reducing the threat of SPB infestations and outbreaks.

Texas A&M Forest Service Encourages Responsible Recreation During Annular Eclipse

October 11, 2023­ — Within six months, two eclipse events will crisscross the heart of Texas. The first being an annular solar eclipse occurring Saturday, October 14 and featuring a “ring of fire” created by the sun’s shadow around the moon while parts of Texas will be in the path of totality.

The second eclipse is a total eclipse, occurring April 8, 2024, that will traverse across the path of the annular eclipse.

Texas A&M Forest Service Fire Danger Current Situation

Current Situation for Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 8:30am
Wildland Fire Preparedness Level: Level 3

August 2, 2023 - Yesterday, Texas A&M Forest Service responded to 7 new requests for assistance on wildfires that burned 246.8 acres across the state.

When combined with increased fire weather, dry to extremely dry fuel will support high levels of wildfire activity across much of the state this week. There is also potential for large wildfires to occur Tuesday through Thursday.

Texas A&M Forest Service Warns of Fire Danger as Hot, Dry Conditions Persist

August 2, 2023 — Texas A&M Forest Service warns of increased wildfire danger, as high temperatures and dry conditions continue to impact the state.

“Since mid-July, wildfire activity has increased substantially across Texas due to expanding drought conditions,” said Wes Moorehead, Texas A&M Forest Service Fire Chief. “Over the past two weeks, state and local firefighters have responded to 280 wildfires that burned almost 10,000 acres.”

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