Single Publication

Size: 800 acres estimated
Cause: Under Investigation
Containment: 30%

All mandatory evacuations are lifted and home owners have been allowed back to their residences. The shelter at Blanco Methodist Church is still open today if necessary. All roads have reopened. Expect frequent emergency vehicle traffic, and travel with extreme caution.  A temporary flight restriction remains in place over the fire area. 

Fire activity diminished overnight with humidity recovery to near 90%. Elevated to near critical fire weather is forecasted today in the area. Crews will continue to construct containment lines using heavy equipment, and hand crews. Engine strike teams will be used for structure protection and mop up of hot spots. Aviation resources have been requested including an air attack reconnaissance plane and helicopter.