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DPS Fire Update 0800 07/04/22

Size: 180

Containment: 20%

Cause: Undetermined

DPS Fire is currently 180 acres and 20% contained. All crews from 07/03 are back on scene this morning and continuing to build containment lines and extinguish heat on the fire perimeter. Three dozer units, two fire engines, as well as overhead and local fire department support are on scene and in unified command with Texas A&M Forest Service. 

On Sunday evening a drone was noticed by air attack recon plane on the fire. Due to the danger of collision all aviation resources were pulled from the fire. Aircraft are crucial to wildland fire operations and unauthorized use of drones on fires hinders fire suppression and causes safety concerns, Even if a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is not in effect. 

Closures and Evacuations

No closures and evacuations currently in effect. 

Damages and Injuries

No injuries have been reported at this time.