Texas, Wildfires

Wildfires popping up across Texas due to strong winds and dry conditions
Strong winds and dry conditions are fueling wildfires and increasing threats across Texas.Climate researchers have said the ingredients are in place for a wildfire threat North Texas hasn't seen in at least 10 years.
Strong winds send US Customs blimp nearly 600 miles across Texas
Strong winds from a recent storm in the south sent a US Customs and Border Protection surveillance blimp flying nearly 600 miles across Texas.
Texas faces increased wildfire risk as strong winds fuel multiple active fires
Wildfires are nothing new to South Texans. With rising temperatures and ongoing dry conditions, Texas faces an increased risk of wildfires.
Critical to extreme threat of fires across North Texas as strong winds push dust in from West Texas
The North Texas region is under critical or extreme fire threats on Friday, according to the National Weather Service. This is the first time parts of the area have seen an extreme fire threat in about 16 years,
North Texas faces renewed fire risk as heat and high winds return
After a brief cooldown, heat and high winds are expected to return to North Texas. Residents should prepare for increased fire danger this coming week.
High winds fuel dusty conditions in North Texas
High winds are stirring up dust, putting parts of North Texas under a blowing dust advisory until 9 p.m. Friday. The weather service said as a result,
Elevated fire threat persists due to dry air and breezy conditions in North Texas
Our fire threat remains Elevated to Critical on Saturday as very low humidity remains in place, with gusty winds. Sunday will be less breezy, but the breeze returns next week, as
Wildfire threat extreme in parts of North Texas
The North Texas region is under critical or extreme fire threats on Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
Extreme Fire Danger: North Texas fire departments on standby as wildfire threat ramps up
So far, DFW has not seen any major fires, but the extreme threat continues into Friday afternoon. North Texas fire departments have increased staffing and more tools on hand, responding with more than the typical number of engines.
High winds cause power outages and fire risks in North Texas
High winds in North Texas are causing power outages and dangerous conditions. Warnings are in effect until 9 p.m., with gusts up to 89 mph. Residents are advised to avoid activities that could spark fires and to keep generators away from homes to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
Hurricane-force winds expected in Texas on Friday — but not in Houston. Here's where
The strongest winds will be blasting across parts of West Texas and the Panhandle, where gusts could reach 80 mph Friday ...
At least 3 dead after extreme winds, monster dust storms and wildfires tear across Texas and Oklahoma
Powerful winds tore through the New Mexico and the Texas Panhandle on Friday, with gusts approaching 100 mph in some places.
Brutal wind ravages Texas Panhandle, flipping big rigs, downing trees, blowing dust
Powerful winds tore through the New Mexico and the Texas Panhandle on Friday, with gusts approaching 100 mph in some places.
Tornado threat moves to southern U.S. after severe storms kill at least 20, unleashes winds and fans wildfires
At least 12 fatalities have been reported in Missouri, according to the Missouri State Emergency Management Agency. The ...
Multiple hazards expected: strong winds, blizzard conditions and severe storms on tap for Rockies, Plains
Following an active weather pattern across the nation over the weekend, AccuWeather meteorologists warn that another storm is on the horizon for the upcoming week that could spread a burst of snow, ...
Strong Winds Send U.S. Customs Blimp on a 600-Mile Trip Across Texas
Wind blasts dislodged the aircraft from its moorings in South Padre. The blimp drifted all the way to the Dallas area, where ...
Hurricane-force winds blast Texas, Oklahoma as fast-spreading wildfires prompt evacuations
A dangerous combination of hurricane-force winds, dry land and cratering humidity levels are bringing sweeping dust storms ...
Over 400 flights canceled at DFW International Airport as high winds move into North Texas
Hundreds of flights have been either canceled or delayed at DFW International Airport as strong winds move across North Texas ...