Texas A&M Forest Service

Last week, the Texas Department of Public Safety's (DPS) Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) assisted our partners at the @TXForestService in combating a wildfire south of Bastrop. Air Crews worked in conjunction with Star Flight and the Texas National Guard, dropping roughly 4,500 gallons of water on the flames. 🔥🔥 DPS is proud to work alongside our state partners to keep Texas communities safe. While some parts of Texas are getting rain - dry conditions persist in much of the state. Please - be careful! #LawEnforcement #PublicSafety #wildfireseason #safetytips #DPS

You may hear "contained" and "controlled" during a wildfire, but they don't mean the same thing. 🚧Contained = fireline is in place to stop the spread 🧯Control = fire no longer expected to grow Understanding these terms can help when following updates. @AllHazardsTFS

Today is World Health Day!🌎 Healthy communities depend on healthy environments. 🌳Trees support clean air, shade, and overall well-being. Learn more: healthytreeshealthylives.org

Over the past week, we have responded to 18 wildfires for 2,423 acres statewide. Fire conditions have improved across much of the state, but the High Plains and Caprock regions have not received as much beneficial rainfall and will continue to support fire activity.

Wildfire prevention starts long before smoke is visible. This week marks Wildfire Awareness Week in Texas. Mitigation efforts across the state help reduce risk before a fire ever starts. Learn more: tfsweb.tamu.edu/wildfire-and-o…

We lowered the Wildland Fire Preparedness Level to Level 2 due to improved wildfire conditions across the state. We continue to monitor the situation and stand ready to respond to any requests for assistance. For more about Preparedness Levels, visit bit.ly/3BtPfhw

Texas A&M Forest Service held Engine Operations (ENOP) training this week in Mineral Wells. 20 agency personnel and 10 from Palo Palo Pinto County ESD No. 1 built foundational skills to safely and effectively operate wildland fire engines in support of wildfire response.

111 years of selfless service in Texas🌳 For more than a century, Texas A&M Forest Service has worked alongside communities, protecting natural resources, supporting the land, and responding to wildfires and other incidents when it matters most.

Seasonal allergies bothering you this spring? 🤒 Tree pollen is a major trigger across Texas. Cedar, oak, elm and pecan release large amounts of pollen this time of year. See what's growing near you 👇 texasforestinfo.tamu.edu/ForestDistribu…

It's National Take a Walk in the Park Day! 🚶🌳 Spending time around trees supports physical and mental well-being. Trees help cool the air, improve air quality and create spaces that encourage outdoor activity. Learn more: healthytreeshealthylives.org

Burls are rounded lumps that form on a tree's trunk or branches. They may look harmful, but they're actually a benign response to stress. Unusual cell growth creates the unique patterns that make burl wood dense and strong. Learn more: tfsweb.tamu.edu/trees/tree-hea…

🚫 If you fly, we can’t. 🚫 A drone over the #BellFire (Dickens Co.) threatened wildfire response today. With 30+ aircraft across Texas, drones put firefighters at risk and can force aerial operations to shut down. 🚨 See smoke/fire? Call 911.
📍 Map: public.tfswildfires.com

Fire weather conditions remain elevated-to-critical across West Texas, the Panhandle, and the South Plains. 🔥 Warm, dry, and windy conditions can cause fires to spread quickly. Avoid any action that may cause a fire to start! Wildfire Prevention Tips: tfsweb.tamu.edu/wildfire-and-o…

Hands-on training that supports real-world response. Texas A&M Forest Service and Abilene Fire Department completed a two-day NWCG S-211 course focused on portable pumps and water use. Skills that matter when it counts.

Our crews monitor emerald ash borer, an invasive beetle that kills ash trees. Early detection helps slow its spread and protect Texas communities. Learn the signs 🔎 canopy thinning, woodpecker activity and D-shaped exit holes. More: tfsweb.tamu.edu/trees/invasive…

Fires continue to pop off in dry and windy areas.🔥 State wildfire resources remain engaged to support local officials— but everyone has a role here: make a plan, stay informed, and avoid activities that cause sparks. @TXForestService wildfire map: tfsweb.tamu.edu/wildfire-and-o…

Our Texas Tree ID website helps identify common trees statewide by leaf shape, bark, fruit, and other features. It's a valuable resource for landowners, homeowners, students, and anyone interested in Texas trees! Start exploring: texastreeid.tamu.edu

🔥 There is critical fire weather today for parts of Texas as a front brings dry air, heat, and strong winds. ⚠️ Avoid outdoor burning, secure tow chains, report fires immediately, and follow local restrictions. Stay aware and prepared: tfsweb.tamu.edu/wildfire-and-o…

We responded to 70 wildfires burning 6,989 acres in the past week. Dry fuels and near-record heat are raising wildfire risk statewide. Fire activity is expected across the Plains, and in South, Central, and East Texas with a risk of larger, hard-to-control fires this weekend.

Happy International Day of Forests 🌲 Texas is home to almost 60 million acres of forestland supporting wildlife, water resources, and communities across the state. Learn more: tfsweb.tamu.edu/forest-land/te…