Texas DSHS

Busy weekend for state wildfire response resources who remain engaged from the air and the ground in support of local wildfire response operations. Increased fire danger continues. Help prevent new fires from starting. 🔥✈️🚒 #TeamTexas

Dry grasses, gusty winds, and warm temps continue to create conditions where wildfires can start and spread quickly. 🔥Avoid outdoor burning 🚚Secure trailer chains 📞Report fires immediately No new starts!

Disasters can affect your animals too.🐄 Make sure livestock and pets are part of your emergency plans before disaster strikes. A little preparation can go a long way. Learn More: texashelp.tamu.edu

Elevated-to-critical fire danger is expected to continue across parts of Texas into next week. Windy conditions and dry vegetation contribute to the threat. Even small sparks can ignite fast-moving wildfires. Take precautions and plan ahead: texasready.gov/be-informed/na…

On today’s PHRME: Jennifer Shuford (@TexasDSHS) discusses the growing threat of New World screwworm and how Texas is preparing with clinician alerts, lab guidance, and enhanced surveillance. 🎧: discover.astho.org/40mEYjU.

Multiple weather hazards are possible across the state this week. ⚡️Severe storms threaten large areas of North, East, South, West, and Central Texas 🔥Wildfire danger remains a concern across West Texas All Hazards Preparedness Tips: tdem.texas.gov/prepare

Severe weather is possible across parts of TX today— especially western half of the state. Storms are also expected to impact TX this weekend. Are You Prepared? ⚡️Stay weather aware 📋Review your plan 📲Know how to find info from local officials. Tips: ready.gov/severe-weather

Severe storms are possible across portions of Texas as an active weather system begins to move through the state. Multiple hazards are on the table— ensure you have multiple ways to receive information from local officials and be ready to implement your family’s emergency plan.

⛈️Severe storms are possible across parts of Texas this week. Hazards including large hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall, flash flooding, and isolated tornadoes may impact some areas. Stay weather aware, monitor local forecasts, and have an emergency plan in place.

🔥Wildfire danger continues across portions of Texas as dry and windy conditions persist. Be prepared! Review your emergency plan, know your evacuation routes, and pay attention to guidance from local officials. Taking steps now can protect you and your family.

High-to-Extreme fire danger continues across most of Texas.🔥 ⛓️Secure trailer chains 🛑Avoid burning 📋Make an emergency plan More Wildfire Preparedness Tips: texasready.gov/be-informed/na…

Yesterday, we responded to 31 new wildfires, burning 2,582 acres statewide. Warm, dry conditions continue this week, increasing wildfire risk. If you see smoke or fire, call 911 immediately. View the active fire map: public.tfswildfires.com

Texas A&M Forest Service firefighters are currently responding 24 wildfires across the state of Texas. See smoke or fire? Call 911 immediately. Active fire map: public.tfswildfires.com 🎥 #SherraFire, Smith Co., 2/24/2026. Credit: Texas A&M Forest Service

Since Monday, we have responded to 22 wildfires, burning 32,681 acres across Texas. Active wildfire map: public.tfswildfires.com 🚨 See smoke or fire? Call 911. Stay weather aware, follow local official guidance, and avoid impacted areas so emergency personnel can work safely.

Spot smoke or flames? Call 911 right away. Every second counts in these warm, high-wind, low-humidity conditions. 🔥

Wildfire response operations remain ongoing— with air support and ground support underway to assist local officials. 🚒✈️ Even a small spark can spread quickly. Help firefighters: no new starts!🔥

💨High winds can quickly turn a small spark into a fast-moving wildfire. As hazardous winds contribute to the fire danger, remember to secure loose equipment, avoid activities that create sparks, and pay attention to local conditions. When winds pick up, fire risk does too.🔥

🔥Elevated-to-Critical Fire Weather Continues Across Texas Strong winds, dry fuels, and seasonably warm temperatures are driving increased fire danger. Steer clear of any activity that may create sparks and ensure you heed guidance of local officials.

Anyone missing livestock following this week’s Panhandle wildfires can call the AgriLife Extension office at 806-373-0713. After thousands of acres burned across the region, livestock owners have begun assessing damage and locating animals. AgriLife Extension is working in partnership with the @TDEM and local county officials. To monitor wildfire conditions across the state, visit @TXForestService wildfire incident viewer. Additional wildfire resources: texashelp.tamu.edu and tdem.texas.gov/disasters

Yesterday, we responded to 9 wildfires for 18,522.9 acres. Fire danger continues today. Be cautious! See smoke or fire? Call 911 immediately. Active fire map: public.tfswildfires.com