Texas Tames Historic Smokehouse Creek Fire; Recovery and Aid Underway
March 17, 2024The Smokehouse Creek Fire, the largest in Texas history, has been fully contained after burning over a million acres.
Recovery is visible as grass begins to turn green in the affected areas across several Texas counties and parts of Oklahoma.
Financial support is underway with a wildfire relief fund, aid from the US Department of Agriculture, and approved disaster declarations for impacted communities.
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the opening of two Disaster Loan Outreach Centers to help with the application process for relief.
Xcel Energy has acknowledged potential involvement in the fire's ignition, amidst ongoing donations and fundraising for recovery.
Improved fire conditions are expected, with less wind, cooler temperatures, and more moisture, reducing the risk of future large wildfires.
The Texas A&M Forest Service website and social media channels provide updated information on the situation.
Summary based on 6 sources
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Yahoo News • Mar 17, 2024
Texas firefighters completely contain Panhandle inferno that burned more than 1 million acresYahoo News • Mar 17, 2024
TAMFS: No active Texas wildfires, Smokehouse Creek fire 100% containedThe Independent • Mar 17, 2024
Smokehouse Creek fire, largest in Texas history, containedAOL • Mar 17, 2024
TAMFS: No active Texas wildfires, Smokehouse Creek fire 100% contained