Texas Drought Worsens as Wildfires Threaten | Lubbock News

Texas Panhandle’s drought hits crisis level as “exceptional drought” zones face soaring fire danger, especially with August’s peak wildfire season looming. A recent grass fire in Carson County burned 379 acres, nearly contained thanks to extra crews despite fierce winds and dry brush — forcing six evacuations and even a firefighter’s heat exhaustion. Governor Abbott has mobilized state resources to back local teams, while towns brace for extreme temps hitting 100+ degrees and activate water contingency plans amid lingering recovery from May’s devastating blazes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/304fe3d9e442f78a