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OtherThe Post Oak fire has transitioned command back to the local departments.
On Wednesday, July 6th at approximately 3:00pm, Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) responded to a request for assistance in Coryell County near Oglesby. The fire is burning in thick juniper on a difficult to access ridgeline. Resources on scene for initial attack included: 5 dozers, 3 Fire Boss single engine air tankers (water), 3 single engine air tankers (retardant), 3 helicopters, and one air attack platform. Containment line has been established and a handcrew is working on hot spots in areas of rough terrain. Several volunteer fire departments were on scene during initial attack, including Gatesville, Flat, Oglesby, Osage-Coryell City, and Coryell Office of Emergency Management. TXDOT and Coryell Sheriff's Department are assisting with traffic.
| Current as of | Thu, 07/14/2022 - 12:45 |
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| Incident Type | Wildfire |
| Cause | Unknown |
| Date of Origin | |
| Location | Oglesby, Coryell County |
| Incident Commander | Carson Beard, TAMFS |
| Coordinates |
31° 23' 28'' Latitude
-97° 32' 37
'' Longitude
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| Size | 40 Acres |
|---|---|
| Percent of Perimeter Contained | 100% |
| Fuels Involved | Juniper Woodlands |
| Significant Events | Texas A&M Forest Service has handed command back over to the local departments. |