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 West Nueces Update March 31, 2022 8:00 pm

Size: 1,750 acres
Containment: 80%
Personnel: 13

The West Nueces Fire began on March 27, 2022 in Kinney County. Local fire departments requested assistance from Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) late afternoon as the fire was actively burning in grass and juniper shrub. TAMFS is working in unified command with Kinney County. The fire is burning approximately 19 miles northeast of Brackettville, Texas.

Today firefighters worked in conjunction with aircraft to suppress a few hotspots that were threatening the containment lines. There is still active fire within the perimeter of the fire, though no growth has been seen. Containment has increased to 80% due to the hard work of firefighting crews mop up operations throughout the day. 

Weather:A red flag warning was in effect from 10 am to 8 pm. Northwesterly winds increased to 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 40 mph by mid morning. Humidities fell into the teens by the afternoon. Critical to briefly extreme fire weather conditions occurred due to gusty winds. High temperatures in the mid 80s were experienced. No rain was forecasted.

Evacuations and Road Closures:
There are no evacuations or closures at this time.


Damages and Injuries:
There are no current reports of injuries or damage to structures.