Paint Crossing Fire (TXTXS)

Wildfire Status:

The Paint Crossing Fire is currently burning in grass with Mesquite, Oak, and Juniper interspersed throughout the area. The fire started on August 7th, 2024, approximately 10 miles southwest of Throckmorton, Texas. Local fire departments initially responded to the fire and requested assistance from Texas A&M Forest Service to provide additional engines, air support, and heavy equipment. Currently, the fire is 95% contained, with crews using heavy equipment to construct containment lines around the perimeter to prevent further spread.

The total size of the Paint Crossing Fire is 2,362 acres, and the current response involves crews patrolling and mopping up the areas of the fire. Weather conditions in the area show a temperature of 84 degrees, relative humidity of 61 percent, and winds out of the south at 7 mph, gusting to 10 mph. Temperatures are expected to reach the low 100s, with relative humidity dropping to 25-30 percent. Overnight, relative humidity values will recover, with conditions remaining similar the following day. Fire activity is minimal, with some heat along the river, and crews are monitoring for spot fires.

The incident is under investigation to determine the cause of the fire, and no damaged structures have been identified at this time. Evacuations are not in place, and crews are working diligently to ensure the fire does not cross back over the containment lines. The projected incident activity includes continued patrolling and monitoring for any potential spot fires.

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