AUSTIN, Texas — Hot and dry conditions have sparked multiple wildfires across central Texas, with flames erupting from Austin to the Hill Country. The Texas A&M Forest Service attributes the increased wildfire activity to recent short-term drying and warm weather.
Reilly Ruggiero, public information officer for the Texas A&M Forest Service, said, “People still do need to be aware during those times.”
One significant fire ignited near the Gillespie-Blanco County line, expanding to around 70 to 80 acres. Blanco County Emergency Management reported that the fire was 80% contained as of 6 p.m., with no injuries or structural damage…