Pauline Road (TXTXS)

First Reported: 2025-03-20 01:12:20 UTC on March 20, 2025
Inciweb page: TXTXS Pauline Road
Size: 2421 Acres
Type: Wildfire
Status: Field Active
Percent Contained: 100%
Pauline Road (2025-03-20)
2,421 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Cut and Shoot, Texas, United States


Wildfire Status:

As of March 19, 2025, the Pauline Road wildfire in San Jacinto County, Texas, has been reported to cover an area of approximately 2,421 acres. The fire is currently 100% contained, with minimal active behavior, primarily exhibiting smoldering conditions. Fire crews are actively patrolling and mopping up the area, focusing on extinguishing any hot spots along the main roads. The estimated containment date was projected for March 26, 2025, indicating a relatively swift response and management of the incident.

In terms of response efforts, the Texas A&M Forest Service has taken charge, with 38 personnel dedicated to managing the situation. There are currently no evacuation orders in place for either San Jacinto or Montgomery County, which is a positive sign for local residents. Emergency notification systems have been established, allowing residents to stay informed about the situation through designated websites. An evacuation shelter has been set up at 255 Live Oak, Cold Springs, TX, and arrangements for displaced livestock are available at Caney Creek Cowboy Church in Conroe.

Weather conditions have been relatively stable, with temperatures around 82.5°F, 40% relative humidity, and light winds from the southeast at 9 KPH. These conditions have contributed to the limited growth of the fire, allowing crews to transition to a monitoring and maintenance phase alongside local fire departments. The outlook remains cautiously optimistic, with little to no growth anticipated, emphasizing the importance of continued vigilance given the fuel types involved in the fire.

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Containment History:

Date Percent Contained
2025-03-20 45% contained
2025-03-21 65% contained
2025-03-22 75% contained
2025-03-23 85% contained
2025-03-27 95% contained
2025-04-03 100% contained

Fire Growth History:

Date Fire Size (Acres) Fire Size (Square Miles) Fire Size (Square Kilometers)
2025-03-20 2360 acres 3.7 sq mi 9.4 sq km
2025-04-03 2421 acres 3.8 sq mi 9.7 sq km