COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) -The Texas A&M Forest Service has elevated the state’s Wildland Fire Preparedness Level to 2 in response to extended hot and dry conditions expected to increase wildfire activity. This move brings additional firefighting resources to key areas to prepare for heightened risks.
The Texas A&M Forest Service oversees the state’s wildfire response, using a five-level preparedness system to ensure resources are ready to be deployed where needed. At Level 2, elevated fire danger is observed in some regions, and aircraft are positioned in the state for quick response to emerging fires.
The preparedness levels are dictated by factors such as weather, wildfire activity, and the availability of fire suppression resources. A Level 1 status reflects normal conditions where local resources can handle any fire incidents, while a Level 5 indicates extreme fire danger, requiring interagency cooperation and substantial state and federal resources…