‘It moves the fire, it fuels the fire’: Windy conditions increase wildfire threat in East Texas

Tyler, Texas ( KETK ) – Windy and dry conditions are creating the perfect conditions for wildfires across East Texas.

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A cold front that came in Tuesday night, though it may be a relief to some, unfortunately it’s only drying out East Texas even more.

The wind has become a big factor when battling wildfires, making containment of fires difficult.

“It moves the fire, and fuels the fire,” said Patrick Dooley, Rusk County Fire Marshal…

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