The Oak Grove Fire has burned approximately 400 acres and is 20% contained, according to the TXForestService.
Walter Flocke with the Texas A&M Forest Service said crews made good progress overnight and all evacuees have returned home.
"One important note is that the forward progression has stopped," he said."But definitely a full day ahead of crews mitigating the perimeters of this fire." The site of the fire was staffed Sunday with five dozers, 15 fire engines, a 20-person hand crew and National Guard helicopters.after a drone was found in the airspace above the fire last night.
Flocke said people flying near wildfires can pose a threat to firefighting aircraft and crews and will be prosecuted.Thehas extended its Red Flag Warning into Sunday. That means a combination of strong winds, low humidity and warm temperatures can cause developing fires to spread rapidly and get out of control.
The NWS says most wildfires are caused by humans, so it's important for people to follow burn bans. Hays County has been under a ban on outdoor burning since July 11th. The weather service recommends the following for everyday wildfire prevention:Never leave fires unattended and always properly extinguish themMaintain vehicle brakes and tires and secure tow chains to avoid dragging and creating sparksThis is a developing story. Check back for details.
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