Weather
Another warm weekend for San Antonio
San Antonio is expected to experience record-breaking heat this Saturday with temperatures reaching 102°–103° and a small chance of isolated afternoon showers or thunderstorms.
Read moreCommissioners approve 90-day burn ban
Williamson County commissioners enacted a 90-day burn ban for unincorporated areas and county parks due to dry conditions and high fire risk.
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New technology helps Travis County crews get ahead of wildfires
Travis County fire crews are using new technology to prepare for and prevent wildfires during critically dry conditions.
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Multiple agencies battle grass fire west of Floresville
Multiple agencies responded to a fast-moving grass and brush fire west of Floresville that was reported Tuesday morning and spread to nearby properties.
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Galveston County approves burn ban amid drought conditions, officials say
Galveston County commissioners approved a burn ban due to drought conditions in the area to prevent wildfires.
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Brazoria County homeowners impacted by 2024 storms can apply for recovery assistance
Brazoria County homeowners affected by 2024 storms and Hurricane Beryl can apply for recovery assistance at a Texas General Land Office outreach event on August 20.
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County responds to large wildfire near Blanket
Multiple fire departments responded to a large wildfire near Blanket in Brown County that threatened structures and was moving northward on Sunday afternoon.
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Welcome back, Ags! Toasty weekend ahead for the Brazos Valley
The Brazos Valley is expecting a dry weekend with comfortable early morning and evening temperatures, but triple-digit heat is forecast for Sunday.
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City of Bullard utilities issue stage 2 water conservation notice
The City of Bullard has implemented stage 2 water conservation restrictions for all utility customers due to drought and high water consumption.
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Fast-spreading grass fire threatening structures along McLennan-Bosque county line
Multiple fire departments in Central Texas are working to control a fast-spreading grass fire threatening structures along the McLennan-Bosque county line near China Spring.
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Wildfire in Montague County prompts evacuation orders
A wildfire near St. Jo in Montague County has prompted evacuation orders as it moves rapidly southwest.
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High temps for North Texas yet again for Sunday
North Texas faces a Heat Advisory on Sunday with temperatures expected to reach 103-104°F and high fire danger across the Metroplex.
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Randall County reports grass fire burning south of Canyon
A grass fire is burning south of Canyon in Randall County, with authorities asking drivers to avoid the area near FM 1714.
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Richard Moore Outdoor Report: Parched Valley
South Texas wetlands are rapidly disappearing due to severe drought, threatening wildlife including alligators and their habitats.
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FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Sunday, August 23rd, 2026
A heat advisory continues for Howard County through Sunday evening with widespread triple-digit temperatures expected across the region.
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Rusk County firefighters battle 25 acre grass fire
Rusk County firefighters are battling a grass fire that has grown to 35 acres and is 50% contained as of Saturday afternoon.
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Jasper County judge thanks community relief efforts after storm damages Cairo Springs church
Jasper County Judge Mark Allen thanks community members and emergency responders after a suspected tornado or land spout damaged Genesis Baptist Church in the Cairo Springs community north of Buna.
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Gunn Family Coyote Dog Park to reopen Friday after July tornado damage
Gunn Family Coyote Dog Park at The Rock at La Cantera in San Antonio is reopening Friday after an EF-1 tornado damaged the facility on July 15.
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Williamson County under immediate burn ban due to drought conditions
Williamson County, Texas has implemented an immediate countywide burn ban effective August 18 due to drought conditions, prohibiting outdoor burning of combustible materials unless contained in an enclosure.
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Grass fire threatens structures off FM 2015 in Smith County
A grass fire in the 19000 block of FM 2015 in Smith County is threatening nearby structures, with emergency services responding with crews and a bulldozer.
Read moreDFW dry spell hits 35 days with high temperatures reaching 105 degrees across the metroplex
North Texas enters its 35th consecutive day without measurable rainfall with temperatures reaching 105 degrees, raising concerns about historic drought conditions and fire dangers across the DFW metroplex.
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FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
Weather forecast for Odessa, Texas predicting very hot and sunny conditions on Saturday, August 22nd with widespread triple-digit temperatures and minimal chance of rain.
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Henderson grass fire burns 3 acres of land
A grass fire burned 3 acres on County Road 254 in Henderson, Texas on Wednesday afternoon, requiring response from Crims Chapel Volunteer Fire Department, Texas Forest Service, and Church Hill Volunteer Fire Department.
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City of Bullard utilities issues stage 2 water conservation notice
The City of Bullard has implemented stage 2 water conservation restrictions for all utility customers due to critical drought conditions and abnormal high-water consumption.
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