August 28, 2023 - Leading up to the storm which hit Shelby County August 27, 2023, there have been many wildfires that have burned hundreds of acres in the county, and one night of steady rain isn’t enough to offset the lack of moisture in the ground and dryness in the area.

The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office has reported issuing five burn ban violations today, August 28, 2023, so far. The burn ban Has Not been lifted. 

These fines are $500 plus court costs. Citations are mandatory. Do Not Burn.

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August 27, 2023 - Center Fire Department responded to a woods fire located behind the Goodwill on Tenaha Street in Center August 27, 2023, at around 3:30pm.

Texas Forest Service and TDEM representatives are seen discussing the fire.

August 25, 2023 - 1:30pm: According to the Texas A&M Forest Service, the fire is 100% contained.

August 23, 2023 - FM 2026 was the scene of a single-vehicle crash Monday, August 22, 2023, at 2:15pm.