Blue Hills Fire (TXTXS)
3,900 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Fritch, Texas, United States
Blue Hills Fire
Wildfire Status:
The Blue Hills Fire, which ignited on February 1, 2025, in Moore County, Texas, has been successfully contained. As of February 4, the fire has reached 100% containment, covering an area of approximately 3,900 acres. Fire crews have been engaged in mop-up operations to identify and extinguish any lingering hotspots, ensuring that no residual smokes or heat signatures remain in the area.
The incident has been managed by a unified command involving the Texas A&M Forest Service, Moore County, and the National Parks Service. The response included evacuations of campgrounds at Lake Meredith National Park and nearby residents in Bugbee. A total of 41 personnel were deployed to tackle the fire, and there are currently no plans to allocate additional resources as the situation has stabilized.
Weather conditions have been favorable for firefighting efforts, with winds initially coming from the southwest but shifting to the northeast. The relative humidity has varied, peaking at 73%, but forecasts indicate a drop to 40-45% in the afternoon, along with a slight chance of drizzle. These conditions are expected to help further mitigate fire activity, aiding the crews in their containment efforts. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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Containment History:
| Date | Percent Contained |
|---|---|
| 2025-02-01 | 50% contained |
| 2025-02-02 | 80% contained |
| 2025-02-03 | 85% contained |
| 2025-03-14 | 100% contained |
Fire Growth History:
| Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-01 | 3000 acres | 4.7 sq mi | 12.0 sq km |
| 2025-02-03 | 3868 acres | 6.0 sq mi | 15.5 sq km |
| 2025-03-14 | 3900 acres | 6.1 sq mi | 15.6 sq km |