Cottonwood Creek Fire 2025

On Wednesday March 12, 2025 Texas A&M Forest Service received a request for assistance for a wildfire in San Saba County to the north-east of Richland Springs. The fire started in a pecan orchard and quickly spread to surrounding brush. High winds and low humidity have contributed to the growth of the fire. Upon arrival unified command was established with local command and Texas A&M Forest Service heavy equipment began working to establish fireline. Due to the high spread potential, aviation resources were requested to drop water and retardant to minimize impacts to surrounding homes and land. 

March 16th - The fire has been declared 100% contained. This decision was reached after the fire was declared 95% contained on March 13th, and Texas A&M Forest Service resources kept a close eye on the fire in the days between.