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flag Unseasonably warm, dry weather in Texas is boosting wildfire risks ahead of Christmas, with human activity causing most fires.

flag Unseasonably warm and dry conditions are raising wildfire risks across Texas as Christmas approaches, with temperatures up to 30 degrees above average and widespread drought, particularly in the Big Bend and southern regions. flag Dried, dormant grasses from recent above-normal growth have become highly flammable, increasing danger during strong winds. flag The Texas A&M Forest Service warns that most wildfires are human-caused, with debris burning and equipment use responsible for about 70% of winter fires. flag Officials urge residents to follow burn bans, keep fires small and supervised, and report any fires immediately to prevent accidents.

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