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1. wildfire-austin.hub.arcgis.comAustin-Area Wildfire Hub

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   Wildland fire is a natural phenomenon and is necessary for the health of many of Austin's ecosystems. However, when these fires get out of control and threaten communities, they become a serious hazard. Defending against wildfire involves understanding that, despite best efforts to reduce the risk, it will continue to be a threat.

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2. www.fema.gov › case-study › austin-state-capitalsAustin: The State Capital’s Fight Against Wildfire - FEMA.gov

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   Solution. In 2011, due to a severe drought, Texas experienced over 31,000 wildfires that burned 4 million acres and destroyed almost 3,000 homes. The City of Austin was particularly hard hit. Austin responded to the wildfire risk by seeking recommendations for tighter wildfire protection standards for the structures.

3. www.fox7austin.com › news › wildfire-riskHow prepared is the City of Austin for a major wildfire?

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   Aug 13, 2023 · In this FOX 7 Focus, FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak speaks with Justice Jones and Lt. Steve Gibbon with the Austin Fire Department's wildfire division about the risk and preparations for wildfire danger.

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5. www.statesman.com › story › newsAustin faces highest risk for wildfires in a decade, fire ...

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   Aug 15, 2022 · Austin area faces its highest risk for wildfires in a decade, fire experts warn. Firefighters in Central Texas are gearing up for a run of several weeks that are expected to have the area's ...

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6. www.kut.org › energy-environment › 2021/08/26More Than Half Of Homes In Travis County Are At Risk Of ...

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   Aug 26, 2021 · Austin and Travis County officials are asking folks to do their part to prepare for potential wildfires. “I think we all know our climate is changing, our region is becoming hotter and drier and the threat of increased wildfires is very real,” said Travis County Commissioner Brigid Shea during a Wednesday night town hall to discuss wildfire risk in the region.

7. cbsaustin.com › news › localAustin updates wildfire evacuation plans so people know what ...

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   Aug 23, 2023 · Fire officials recognized the 2011 evacuation was poor. Traffic was bumper to bumper on RM 620 with people waiting too long to get out of the area. “What we learned in 2011 in Steiner Ranch is that it has to be a controlled and phased evacuation,” said Assistant Chief Andre De La Reza with the Austin Fire Department.

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   Are wildfires burning in central Texas?

   • Wildfires are burning in Central Texas. Here's how to prepare. Law enforcement direct traffic away from the Rolling Pines fire on Jan. 18, near Bastrop State Park. It’s hot and dry in Central Texas right now, which means there’s a high chance a wildfire could easily spark.

   Wildfires are burning in Central Texas. Here's how to prepare

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   How many fires are there in Texas?

   • Texas has been in a fire season almost all year, with 6,919 fires burning 598,224 acres from Jan. 1 to July 25, Flocke said. And with nearly 99% of the state in a drought and the extreme heat, a fire can easily get sparked. Flocke said nine out of 10 fires in the state are caused by humans, but they can be prevented.

   Wildfires are burning in Central Texas. Here's how to prepare

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   Are wildland fires a threat?

   • Family Guide Wildland fire is a natural phenomenon and is necessary for the health of many of Austin's ecosystems. However, when these fires get out of control and threaten communities, they become a serious hazard. Defending against wildfire involves understanding that, despite best efforts to reduce the risk, it will continue to be a threat.

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9. www.kut.org › energy-environment › 2022/07/27Wildfires are burning in Central Texas. Here's how to prepare.

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   Jul 27, 2022 · Know preventable actions you can take. Texas has been in a fire season almost all year, with 6,919 fires burning 598,224 acres from Jan. 1 to July 25, Flocke said. And with nearly 99% of the state in a drought and the extreme heat, a fire can easily get sparked. Flocke said nine out of 10 fires in the state are caused by humans, but they can be ...