January 16, 2022
7:30 pm 

Size: 787 acres
Containment: 100%
Date Started: January 14, 2022
Cause: Unknown, human caused 

State resources from Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) and Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System (TIFMAS) returned to the Martin Fire early this morning to finish construct control line, patrol, and mop-up, A TAMFS UAS flew over the fire this morning and afternoon to provide situational awareness.
TAMFS dozers improved and completed control lines and TIFMAS Strike Team hiked up the mountain to mitigate hot spots not accessible by vehicle. TAMFS and TIFMAS resources have cleared Martin Fire.

Evacuations and Closures
There were no evacuations or road closures.

Damages and Injuries
No injuries from either the public or first responders were reported

Mill Creek Fire Update

January 15, 2022
7:00 pm 

Size: 1696 acres
Containment: 100%
Date Started: January 15, 2022
Cause: Unknown 

State resources from Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) continued to work the Mill Creek Fire throughout the day. Working with local responders TAMFS dozers constructed line around the fire completing containment. Privat motor graders from a local ranch had assisted as well along with, multiple VFDs. Due to the high winds the fire is showed significant activity on both flanks and was pushing thick smoke along the ground leading to poor visibility. Winds are beginning to diminish and will slow down later tonight, relative humidity will also rise leading to better recoveries over night. The Mill Creek fire is now 100% contained. 

Evacuations and Closures

No evacuations or closures at this time.

Damages and Injuries

At this point, no injuries from either the public or first responders have been reported.

Mill Creek Fire Update

January 15, 2022
1:30 pm 

Size: 1200 acres
Containment: 0%
Date Started: January 15, 2022
Cause: Unknown 

State resources from Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) arrived on scene at the Mill Creek Fire around 11:45 AM. After tying in with the local responders TAMFS dozers began constructing line along the South Flank of the fire, Aviation resources are also being utilized to help slow rate of spread on active flanks and reinforce existing lines. Privat motor graders from a local ranch are assisting with putting in a fire line along the heal of the fire, multiple VFDs are assisting as well. Due to the high winds the fire is showing significant activity on both flanks and is pushing thick smoke along the ground leading to poor visibility. High winds are expected until late this afternoon with low relative humidity which will keep fire danger at high levels until the evening. 

Evacuations and Closures

No evacuations or closures at this time.

Damages and Injuries

At this point, no injuries from either the public or first responders have been reported.

Plum Bluff Fire Update

January 15, 2022
9:00 am 

Size: 776 acres
Containment: 100%
Date Started: January 14, 2022
Cause: Under Investigation by Local Authorities 

State resources from Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) and Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System (TIFMAS) continued with suppression efforts and line construction around the Plum Bluff Fire throughout the night. The TIFMAS strike team continued structure protection and the fire was contained around 3:00am. Due to the high winds the fire showed significant activity especially through the night.

Evacuations and Closures

Seven local residents were evacuated from the area, but have been allowed back to their homes.

Damages and Injuries

At this point, no injuries from either the public or first responders have been reported.

 Plum Bluff Fire Update

January 14, 2022
11:00 pm 

Size: 150 acres
Containment: 0%
Date Started: January 14, 2022
Cause: Unknown 

State resources from Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) and Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System (TIFMAS) arrived on scene at the Plum Bluff Fire around 10:00 PM. After tying in with the local responders on scene TAMFS dozers began constructing line along the heal of the fire and the TIFMAS strike team is currently doing structure protection. Due to the high winds the fire is showing significant activity especially on the West Flank. High winds are expected though the night along with low relative humidity which will keep fire danger at high levels. 

Evacuations and Closures

Seven local residents were evacuated from the area.

Damages and Injuries

At this point, no injuries from either the public or first responders have been reported.

January 15, 2022
12:15 am 

Size: 171 acres
Containment: 100%
Date Started: January 14, 2022
Cause: Unknown, human caused 

State resources from Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) have completed and secured control lines.TAMFS resources have cleared the Douglas Fire. 
 
This site will no longer be updated. Please contact local officals for any information needs. 

 
Updates provided by Texas A&M Forest Service 

January 14, 2022
11:30 pm 

Size: 200 acres
Containment: 35%
Date Started: January 14, 2022
Cause: Unknown, human caused 

State resources from Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) are continuing to construct line around the perimeter of the fire. Forward progression of the fire has been stopped. The threat to the structures has been mitigated. Low relative humidity, and gusty winds combine to keep fire danger at high levels. 

Damages and Injuries
At this point, no injuries from either the public or first responders have been reported. 
 
Updates provided by Texas A&M Forest Service 

  Carbon Camp Fire Morning Update
January 15, 2022
10:30 AM

Size: 200 Acres
Containment: 85%
Date Started: 1/14/2022
Cause: Unknown

Local fire departments will engage in patrol and mop up operations for today. State resources with the Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) are also on scene and will continue to work with local resources. Fire crews objectives for today will be to secure the outer edges of the fire, patrol and mop up.

Closures and Evacuations
All roads have been reopened and evacuation orders have been lifted with residents returning to their homes.

Damages and Injuries 
No injuries have been reported. Reports to damage to properties include One occupied home, one barn and an RV. 

Evacuations and Closures
 As of &:30PM Highway 136 North and southbound has been reopened for public use. Evacuation orders are still in effect.