Blum wildfire spreads to 300+ acres, now 50% contained
HILL COUNTY (CBSNewsTexas.com) — A wildfire that started in Hill County on July 26 has spread to 304 acres and is now 50% contained.
The voluntary evacuation order that was in effect Wednesday has been lifted, but officials say to use caution and remain aware of the fire that is still burning.
FM Road 933 is also reopened. Fire crews are working along this road to suppress the fire.
Update: the #BlumFire in Hill County is an estimated 300 acres and 40% contained. Dozers and heavy equipment continue to build and improve containment line. Engine crews patrolled the fire perimeter to check for hotspots. The fire was monitored overnight. #txfire
— Incident Information - Texas A&M Forest Service (@AllHazardsTFS) July 28, 2023
Officials say crews will be patrolling the perimeter of the fire and interior roads to suppress any active flames and smoking areas.
High temperatures and low humidity can be expected over the next several days, which could contribute to an elevated fire threat.