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Hays County emergency alerts cause confusion during Tuesday's wildfires

Posted on March 6, 2025March 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Alerts and multiple evacuation orders in Hays County left people confused Tuesday as wildfires broke out across the region. Initial push alerts and posts from the Hays County Sheriff’s Office about a wildfire east of Buda didn’t explicitly mention a fire, but referred to an “ongoing incident” and instructed people within a 3-mile radius to evacuate. Screenshot from phone One of the alerts Hays County residents received Tuesday that referred to an “ongoing incident.” Toni…

Tuesday's wildfires scorched more than 500 acres in south Bexar County

Posted on March 6, 2025March 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KENS/images/d55c549d-a751-47f6-9a20-e4fab082b418/20250306T022743/d55c549d-a751-47f6-9a20-e4fab082b418_750x422.jpg The Duke and Calaveras fires burned dozens of structures south of San Antonio, on a day when the flames were fanned by whipping winds. SAN ANTONIO — Lives were upended and homes reduced to rubble when a perfect storm of extreme winds and extremely dry conditions sparked a pair of fast-moving wildfires in far south and southeast Bexar County, challenging firefighters and the neighbors who rushed to help them. The Calaveras and Duke fires…

How big were this week's wildfires in Bexar County?

Posted on March 6, 2025March 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Crews contain wildfire in southeast Williamson County

Posted on March 5, 2025March 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

There were at least eight reported fires in Williamson County on Tuesday. WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas — Crews have contained a wildfire in southeast Williamson County that began on Tuesday. As of Wednesday evening, the Tree Line fire was 4 acres and 100% contained, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. The fire burned southeast of Taylor off CR 480, south of CR 479. The Williamson County Office of Emergency Management said as of 3:45 p.m….

Wildfire contained to 300 acres in northwest Matagorda County

Posted on March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

A fire burned near Midfield, Texas, Tuesday. Fire officials were worried about high winds, but were able to contain the fire. MIDFIELD, Texas — A wildfire in northwest Matagorda County warranted a large response as fire crews battled high winds Tuesday afternoon. The fire was fully contained Tuesday. The damage was limited to 300 acres, with crews working through the night to put out hot spots. No structures were burned and no injuries were reported….

Bill would make it easier for homeowners to afford upgrades to protect from storm damage

Posted on March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

A new bipartisan bill introduced in Congress aims to remove federal taxes on disaster mitigation grants, a move that could make stormproofing homes more affordable for North Carolinians. The Disaster Mitigation and Tax Parity Act, co-sponsored by Rep. Greg Murphy, R-N.C., and Rep. Doug LaMalfa, R-Calif., would exclude catastrophe mitigation payments from taxable income, ensuring that homeowners who receive grants to strengthen their homes against hurricanes, floods and wildfires don’t face a tax burden. “Catastrophe…

Wildfires 90% contained in South Bexar County, 9 homes destroyed

Posted on March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Fire crews continue to work on putting out two separate wildfires on the South Side of Bexar County on Wednesday. Never miss San Antonio Report’s biggest stories. Sign up for The Recap, a newsletter rundown of the most important news, delivered every Monday and Thursday. The fires were boosted by extreme winds on Tuesday, which caused officials to call for mandatory evacuations and the opening of an emergency shelter. County officials said that more than…

National Weather Service says EF-1 tornado touched down in Union County

Posted on March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

A preliminary investigation by the National Weather Service indicates an EF-1 tornado with 90 mph winds touched down in Union County during Wednesday morning’s severe weather. A spokesperson for the NWS said the possible tornado touched down at approximately 8:34 a.m. It covered approximately 2.2 miles on the ground in about three minutes before lifting to the sky. The storm caused damage to several structures in the area of Friendly Baptist Church and Ridge Road,…

Trees uprooted in Raleigh neighborhoods, students shelter in place as tornado warning passes through Wake County

Posted on March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Large trees fell Wednesday in several Raleigh neighborhoods during the time that a tornado warning was issued for the area. Before 1 p.m., a large tree blocked the entrance to the Timbers Apartments off Millbrook Road. A line of cars formed, and residents couldn’t access the complex. WRAL News was there as a group of volunteers used handsaws and lifting power to remove the tree. The large tree was completely uprooted. A tornado has not…

Wimberley wildfire nearly contained after Hays County blaze

Posted on March 5, 2025March 7, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Another active wildfire is blazing in a small Central Texas town on Wednesday, March 5. The Hays County Office of Emergency Services is responding to and monitoring an active wildfire in Wimberley. The fire is located at 3777 Longhorn Trail in the northwest Wimberley area. This comes after two wildfires erupted in Hays County following extreme winds and dusty conditions across the central and south Texas region on Tuesday, March 4. According to the Texas A&M…

EF-1 tornado touched down in Union County, National Weather Service says

Posted on March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Preliminary data from the National Weather Service indicates the tornado was on the ground for about three minutes Wednesday morning. INDIAN TRAIL, N.C. — A preliminary investigation by the National Weather Service indicates an EF-1 tornado with 90 mph winds touched down in Union County during Wednesday morning’s severe weather. A spokesperson for the NWS said the possible tornado touched down at approximately 8:34 a.m. It covered approximately 2.2 miles on the ground in about…

Carolina Hurricanes host Boston Bruins in pre-trade deadline game on WRAL

Posted on March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

By WRAL Staff Boston Bruins Carolina Hurricanes ESPN+ | Thursday, March 6th 7:00 PM EST The Carolina Hurricanes host the Boston Bruins on Thursday night, and the game airs on WRAL. Puck drop is set for 7 p.m. ET Thursday at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh. The Hurricanes (36-22-4) are second in the Eastern Conference’s Metropolitan Division, trailing the Washington Capitals. This season, the Canes are on pace to make their seventh consecutive playoff appearance…

Possible EF-1 tornado touched down in Union County, National Weather Service says

Posted on March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Preliminary data from the National Weather Service indicates the tornado was on the ground for about three minutes Wednesday morning. INDIAN TRAIL, N.C. — A preliminary investigation by the National Weather Service indicates an EF-1 tornado with 90 mph winds touched down in Union County during Wednesday morning’s severe weather. A spokesperson for the NWS said the possible tornado touched down at approximately 8:34 a.m. It was on the ground for about three minutes before…

Crews respond to active wildfire near Wimberley

Posted on March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Emergency officials are asking the public to avoid the area. WIMBERLEY, Texas — Emergency officials are responding to an active wildfire near Wimberley. The Hays County Office of Emergency Management reported the fire near Longhorn Trail just before 2 p.m. Wednesday. Details are limited at this time, but officials are asking the public to avoid the area. If evacuation notices are necessary, they’ll be sent out through Warn Central Texas. This is a developing story,…

Wind damage from Wednesday brings out home repair scammers

Posted on March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KENS/images/c39cf59d-3828-4149-b2cb-ff20c6869b8c/20250305T193004/c39cf59d-3828-4149-b2cb-ff20c6869b8c_750x422.jpg There are plenty of red flags to look out for when a contractor knocks on your door. SAN ANTONIO — Homeowners all across south Texas are in need of repairs to their home after yesterday’s high winds. But finding a reputable company to do the work is a must to avoid weather damage scams. Natural disasters bring out the worst in criminals trying to take advantage of homeowners dealing with a storm aftermath, leading…

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