Wildfires Threaten Multiple States
Wildfires burn across Texas and California as emergency crews battle difficult terrain.
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The Hydra fire began shortly after 11 a.m. Monday near County Road 1035 and Texas 6, between Clifton and Meridian.
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Bosque County officials said crews were expected to work the incident for several days because hand crews had to move through difficult terrain to build containment lines.
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The separate Dome Fire in Yosemite was spreading north and northeast at a moderate rate, and closures included the Chilnualna Falls trail and trails leading toward Buena Vista and Crescent lakes.
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The Tucson-area structure-fire occupants had already evacuated before Golder Ranch Fire District crews arrived; Northwest Fire District and Oro Valley police also responded.
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At an earlier stage of the Hydra response, officials identified the fire as being near the old V Bar Ranch on County Road 1035 and urged travelers to avoid the area while aircraft conducted drops.
A fast-moving wildfire in central Texas has burned more than 1,100 acres across difficult terrain near Clifton and Meridian in Bosque County. The Hydra Fire, which started Monday morning near County Road 1035, was 10% to 25% contained as of Tuesday, with crews expecting to battle it for several more days. KWTX reported that officials briefly ordered Meridian residents to evacuate after the fire crossed containment lines, though the evacuation order was lifted Tuesday night.
Meanwhile, wildfires are also burning across the Southwest. California's Dome Fire near Yosemite National Park has grown to about 100 acres and forced temporary trail closures. In Arizona, firefighters quickly contained a structure fire near Tucson without injuries. Crews across all three states are racing against spreading flames and difficult conditions to protect lives and property.
Hydra Fire Spreads Through Texas Grassland
The Hydra Fire erupted shortly after 11 a.m. Monday between Clifton and Meridian in Bosque County. KWTX noted the fire crossed a northern containment line early Tuesday, forcing officials to order evacuations in Meridian — but they lifted the order that same night. Bosque County officials warned that evacuation orders could be issued again on short notice as conditions change. A shelter opened at the Clifton Civic Center as a precaution.
Hand crews are struggling to build firebreaks through rugged terrain, slowing containment efforts. Bosque County officials said the difficult ground means firefighters will be working the fire for several days. Aircraft are conducting water and retardant drops to slow the flames. State and local agencies, including the Texas A&M Forest Service, are assisting. Residents have been urged to avoid the burn area entirely.
Dome Fire Burns Near Yosemite Trails
Northern California is dealing with the Dome Fire, which has scorched about 100 acres near Wawona in Yosemite National Park. The fire is spreading north and northeast at a moderate rate, posing a threat to popular hiking destinations. Park officials have temporarily closed the Chilnualna Falls trail, one of Yosemite's most visited routes, along with trails leading toward Buena Vista and Crescent lakes.
The fire's proximity to well-known attractions forced the National Park Service to act quickly. Visitors and hikers have been redirected to other trails. Crews are working to contain the fire before it reaches more populated areas of the park.
Tucson-Area Structure Fire Quickly Contained
A structure fire near El Conquistador Way and Oracle Road in the Tucson area was brought under control without injuries. Golder Ranch Fire District crews arrived to find the occupants had already evacuated. Northwest Fire District and Oro Valley police also responded to support firefighting efforts. Investigators are still determining what caused the blaze.
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