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Bosque River Fire Update March 28, 2022 2:30 pm

Size: 700 acres
Containment: 70%
Personnel: 18

Texas A&M Forest Service (TAFMS) received a request for assistance in Bosque County on the Bosque River Fire, approximately 3 miles east of Iredel, Texas, on the evening on March 27, 2022 during warm, dry and windy conditions. Critically dry grass and shrub vegetation supported the growth of the fire with some spotting of flammable materials ahead of the flaming front, far enough ahead to jump the Bosque River.

Yesterday, operational tactics focused on direct and indirect containment line construction. Aviation resources provided aerial situation awareness and a infrared flight to for estimated size.

Today, Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System Strike Team 132 joined TAMFS resources in order to engage in patrol and mop up operations. Material inside containment lines is expected to burn more actively as the afternoon continues to heat up and dry out.

Weather:
Current conditions in the area are expected to be less severe than yesterday. Wind speeds this afternoon will reach 15-20 mph. Warm afternoon temperatures are forecasted to reach the 80s and the relative humidity will reach 35-40% this afternoon. Fire growth will again be possible as a result of the dry air and moderate winds.

Evacuations and Road Closures:
There are no current evacuations or road closures.


Damages and Injuries:
There are no current reports of injuries. Damage has been reported to private structures, though no primary residences have been reported as such.