Agencies Contain 95% of Grass Fire Emergency

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Grass Fire Under Control in Amarillo, Texas

A grass fire that has been burning southeast of Loop 335 in Amarillo, Texas, is now largely under control. Multiple agencies have been working together to manage the blaze, which has already consumed a significant area of land.

The Amarillo Fire Department was among the first to respond to the incident, dispatching crews to the location near FM 1258 (Pullman Road) and FM 1151 (Claude Highway). The fire, which is being monitored by the Texas A&M Forest Service, has burned approximately 523 acres. As of 6:45 p.m., 95% of the fire has been contained, with officials expecting it to be fully under control by the end of the night.

Despite the progress made, officials are reminding the public that the area remains dangerous. No injuries or property damage have been reported so far. The Randall County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) issued an alert about evacuations taking place in the affected region. Residents are urged to avoid the area until the fire is completely contained.

Several fire departments have been involved in the response, including:

• Randall County Fire Department
• Amarillo Fire Department
• Potter County Fire Department
• Armstrong County Fire Department
• Texas A&M Forest Service
• TIFMAS
• Lake Tanglewood Fire Department
• Palisades Fire Department
• Timbercreek Fire Department

Fire units are currently being released, but they will return tomorrow to assess the condition of the burned areas and ensure there are no lingering threats.

Ongoing Investigation into the Cause

While the fire is now mostly under control, the cause of the blaze is still under investigation. Authorities are working to determine how the fire started and whether any human activity played a role. Residents are encouraged to stay informed through local updates and to follow safety guidelines provided by emergency services.

For those interested in tracking the fire's progress, the Texas A&M Forest Service offers an Incident Viewer tool that provides real-time updates on the situation.

As the community continues to monitor the situation, the focus remains on ensuring the safety of residents and preventing any further spread of the fire. Local officials are confident that the coordinated efforts of multiple agencies will lead to a swift resolution of the incident.