William Foster

A wildfire north of Post Road in San Marcos has been contained. The cause of the wildfire that started on Saturday is unknown. Wildfires have been common this year in drought-stricken Texas. Property owners have reason to be concerned, but, as William Foster, tells us in this Bobcat Update, measures can be taken to keep wildfires from spreading.

Three conditions exist in Texas that can contribute to the spread of wildfires -- hot temperatures, drought and gusty winds.
San Marcos Fire Chief Les Stevens says wildfires are unpredictable and can spread quickly. Stevens says there isn't a simple solution to stop wildfires, but careful landscaping can help prevent them from spreading.
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Vegetation is any dry piece of bio-mass that burns, such as leaves, grass and brush. The combination of record-setting temperatures and high winds doesn't help either. One spark in a dry area is enough to start a small fire and winds push fires in every direction. Stevens says most wildfires are accidents and can be prevented.
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There is no universal answer to stop a wildfire, but certain precautions can be taken to prevent them for spreading. For more information you can contact your local fire department. For Bobcat Update, I'm William Foster.