Windy Deuce Fire (TXTXS)
144,045 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Fritch, Texas, United States
Windy Deuce Fire
Wildfire Status:
The Windy Deuce Fire in Moore County, Texas, is currently 100% contained, covering an area of 144,045 acres. The fire was caused by powerlines and started on February 26, 2024. Recent cool and moist weather has reduced fire behavior on any residual pockets of heat. Federal and state resources have been released, and unless there is a significant change in fire activity, further updates on the incident will no longer be provided.
Fire agencies have made progress on the fire, with increased containment percentages reported. However, with changing weather conditions, there is still potential for active fire behavior in the area. Dozers, engines, and aerial resources are available to assist as required. As resources are no longer needed, they will be reassigned or released home. The ongoing fires in the Texas Panhandle have affected multiple counties and displaced many families, with relief information provided by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.
The estimated containment date for the Windy Deuce Fire is March 14, 2024. The primary fuels involved in the fire are grass and brush. The fire is located approximately 6 miles east of Masterson in Moore County, Texas. Relevant updates and information about the fire are available on the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension website for those affected and those wanting to donate resources.
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Containment History:
Date | Percent Contained |
---|---|
2024-03-04 | 55% contained |
2024-03-05 | 55% contained |
2024-03-06 | 81% contained |
2024-03-07 | 89% contained |
2024-03-11 | 92% contained |
2024-03-16 | 94% contained |
2024-03-23 | 100% contained |
Fire Growth History:
Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
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2024-03-05 | 144206 acres | 225.3 sq mi | 576.8 sq km |
2024-03-06 | 144206 acres | 225.3 sq mi | 576.8 sq km |
2024-03-07 | 144207 acres | 225.3 sq mi | 576.8 sq km |
2024-03-23 | 144045 acres | 225.1 sq mi | 576.2 sq km |