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Texas A&M Forest Service is the leader in defining forestry through programs in forest & tree development and wildfire prevention, mitigation and protection.

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The Century Tree, likely planted around the turn of the twentieth century, is considered a symbol of strength and loyalty on the @TAMU campus. Learn more about this famous tree of Texas at . 🌳 #TexasTrees #FlashbackFriday
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The largest wildfire in Texas history is actively burning today. The Smokehouse Creek Fire in Hutchinson County is burning a total of 1,075,000 acres across Texas and Oklahoma and is 3% contained. Read more here:
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The Smokehouse Creek Fire in the Texas Panhandle is the largest wildfire in Texas history, spanning the size of Rhode Island. The fire is an estimated 1,058,482 acres and 87% contained.
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Today we pause to remember the seven astronauts from NASA's STS-107 who died Feb. 1, 2003, when space shuttle Columbia disintegrated over Texas following a 16-day mission in space.
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Texas A&M Forest Service is opening the Abilene Airtanker Base to assist with potential wildfire activity this week. The two large airtankers arriving in state on Tuesday will be a regional resource, supporting suppression efforts in Oklahoma and Texas as requested.
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On Firefighter Appreciation Day, we'd like to thank the men and women who work hard every day to protect our communities from wildfires. Read more about one of those firefighters, Task Force Coordinator Colton Curles, here: .
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On February 26, the Smokehouse Creek Fire in Hutchinson County ignited in rough terrain and unfavorable weather conditions. Today, the fire is an estimated 500,000 acres, making it the second largest wildfire in Texas history.
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πŸ”₯Alert: Extreme Wildfire Danger Today. πŸ”₯ Extremely critical fire weather conditions are expected to be widespread in the Texas Panhandle near Amarillo, Borger, Canadian, Childress, Lubbock, Pampa and Perryton. If a wildfire is spotted, immediately contact local authorities.
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Alert: Extreme Wildfire Danger Today. Extremely critical fire weather conditions are expected to be widespread in the High Plains and Rolling Plains regions including the Childress, Lubbock, Amarillo, Midland, Odessa and Fort Stockton areas.
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2 years
"In a forest of a hundred thousand trees, no two leaves are alike. And no two journeys along the same path are alike." ― Paulo Coelho #MotivationalMonday πŸ‚πŸŒ²
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On Friday, a helicopter delivering water to the 150-acre Barth Fire in Caldwell County almost collided with a drone that came within feet of the aircraft. Please avoid wildfire areas to provide a safe environment for firefighting. Read more at:
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2 years
Today, 195 Texas counties are under a burn ban - the most the state has seen since November of 2011. With drought and rising temperatures, fuels, or grasses, become drought stressed and vulnerable to sparking wildfires.
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As trees across the state continue to be weighed down by ice and snow, keep in mind: 🌬 Safety first. Wait until all ice melts to assess your trees and homes. Though ice is starting to melt, it can fall off in chunks and become dangerous. (1/4)
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Potential for wildfire activity will increase again for the Plains region this weekend due to strong winds and dry fuels. Prevent wildfires: πŸ”₯ Avoid parking and idling in tall, dry grass πŸ”₯ Ensure chains are not dragging from your vehicle πŸ”₯ Never leave your grill unattended
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3 years
πŸ”₯ October is Fire Prevention Month in Texas and this year we’re focusing on the signs of fire safety! Signs are all around us, and increasing understanding of these signs can help us stay aware of warnings we may be missing, and prevent wildfires.
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2 years
The #EastlandComplex remains at an estimated 54,513 acres and 80% contained. At the height of activity, between local, county, state and out-of-state responders, the complex had 403 personnel and 122 resources fighting the flames and assisting in evacuations.
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2 years
As wildfire potential continues across the state, it’s more important than ever for Texans to stay vigilant with reducing the risk for wildfire around their home and being cautious with outdoor activities that may cause a spark. Learn how to prepare here:
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3 months
Extremely critical fire weather conditions are expected to be widespread in the Texas Panhandle tomorrow near Amarillo, Borger, Canadian, Childress, Lubbock, Pampa and Perryton. Have an evacuation plan ready. πŸ‘‰
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2 years
πŸ”₯ Significant fire activity is forecast for tomorrow, March 17 due to extremely critical fire weather conditions along and west of the I-35 corridor including Gainesville, Fort Worth, Wichita Falls, Abilene, Austin, San Antonio and Del Rio regions. πŸ”₯ πŸ‘‰
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2 years
πŸ”₯ Alert: Extreme Wildfire Danger Today. πŸ”₯ Extremely critical fire weather conditions are expected to be widespread along and west of the I-35 corridor including the Gainesville, Fort Worth, Wichita Falls, Abilene, Midland, San Angelo, Austin, San Antonio and Del Rio areas.
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3 months
Dry fuels and critical fire weather are forecast across the Texas Panhandle and Southern Plains today. Please be cautious of any outdoor activity that may cause a spark. πŸ”₯ Obey burn bans πŸ”₯ Never burn on dry and windy days πŸ”₯ Avoid parking or driving on dry grass
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4 years
#WildfirePreventionMonth How it started. How it's going.
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2 years
Texas A&M Forest Service is opening the Austin Airtanker Base at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to assist with increased wildfire activity across the state tomorrow. Read more here:
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Just in time for @smokey_bear 's 75th birthday - we are proud to announce Smokey Bear Texas license plates are now available for purchase. Order yours today! #SmokeyBear75
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Happy Birthday, @smokey_bear ! πŸ₯³ Celebrate Smokey Bear’s 79th birthday today by being extremely cautious with all outdoor activities that create heat or sparks. Remember, #onlyyou can prevent wildfires! πŸ”₯ Learn more:
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4 years
Challenge accepted! We kicked off the #SmokeyBirthdayChallenge and after @MaineDACF called out Texasβ€”we’re closing it out in the only way we know howβ€”BIG! Take a look as we wish @Smokey_Bear one last β€œHappy 75th Birthday” with @GovAbbott ! Thanks to @NASF and participating states!
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2 years
There is potential for large wildfires to occur Thursday through the weekend in areas near Canadian, Amarillo, Childress, Lubbock, Big Spring, Midland and Alpine. Read more:
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3 years
More than 70 Texas A&M Forest Service personnel are currently deployed to wildfire incidents across multiple western states including Arizona, California, Idaho and Montana.
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11 months
πŸ§¨πŸ“· As you prepare to celebrate the holiday weekend, know your county’s burn ban status!
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10 months
Emergency grant applications are now open for volunteer fire departments included in @GovAbbott 's wildfire disaster declaration. The emergency grants fund essential equipment that needs repairing and replacement damaged during response efforts. πŸ‘‰
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2 years
Over the past 7 days, state, federal and local fire resources have been extremely busy responding to 192 wildfires that burned 173,559 acres. Our more than 300 firefighters, more than 200 TIFMAS firefighters and personnel from 28 states are positioned across the state to respond.
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2 years
Significant, or large, wildfires may occur this weekend for the Texas Panhandle and the Trans Pecos including areas near Canadian, Amarillo, Childress, Lubbock, Abilene, Big Spring, Midland and Alpine. Learn more here:
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2 years
Wildfire activity is expected to increase through the weekend as more areas across the state will be characterized by dry to extremely dry surface fuels. πŸ”₯ Stay wildfire aware. Read more:
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1 year
Les Rogers retired as Texas A&M Forest Service Incident Response Department Head and Chief Law Enforcement Officer last month, capping a 25-year career with the agency. More:
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2 years
There is potential for large wildfires to occur in the Western/Eastern Hill Country and Rolling Plains through Friday including areas near Childress, Vernon, Abilene, Brownwood, Lampasas, San Angelo, Ozona and Fredericksburg today. Learn more here:
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3 years
Loblolly pine trees store over 128 million tons of carbon in Texas forestland – that’s 24% of total carbon stored in the state! Loblolly pines are large, fast growing trees in many Texas forests and reach heights of 125 ft tall. #SpeciesSpotlight
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5 years
A young North Texas resident was named a Junior Forester tonight for his contribution to Forest Health. In 2017, Sam discovered a beetle near his @VisitFortWorth home leading the state to confirm an Emerald Ash Borer infestation in Tarrant County. #EAB
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5 years
We are kicking off a social media challenge to celebrate @smokey_bear ’s 75th Birthday in a TEXAS-sized way! Our employees gave Smokey a big shout out and challenged @GaTrees to a friendly contest to keep the fun going around the country. #SmokeyBear75 #SmokeyBirthdayChallenge
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1 year
Our firefighting resources are prepared to respond to wildfires as a cold front moves into Texas this week. Today, the fire environment may support increased potential for activity for communities near Amarillo, Childress, Lubbock, San Angelo, Wichita Falls, Abilene and Eastland.
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2 years
Cedar fever is actually an allergic reaction to the pollen released by mountain cedar trees - predominantly Ashe juniper. They are so concentrated in central Texas that, even if you aren't generally susceptible to allergies, it could still affect you. πŸ‘‰
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7 years
The Southern Area Incident Management Team arrived to assist with @TXForestService hurricane and flooding response in Beaumont.
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10 months
πŸ”₯ Don’t park or drive on tall, dry grass. πŸ”₯ Grass can ignite immediately when it meets surfaces of 500 degrees or more. Catalytic converters located underneath vehicles can reach up to 1,200 degrees or more under normal conditions and 2,000 degrees if overworked or clogged.
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2 years
Happy #TexasArborDay ! 🌳
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2 years
πŸ”₯ When debris burning, always check with local officials first and keep your burn pile small - locating the pile at least 150 feet away from buildings. Have a water source within reach and stay with your fire until it is completely out. For more πŸ‘‰
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πŸ”₯ Alert: Extreme Wildfire Danger Today. Extreme fire weather conditions are expected to be widespread in the Texas Panhandle and Southwest Texas near Alpine, Amarillo, Childress, Fort Davis, Fort Stockton, Lubbock and Midland. Stay WILDFIRE ALERT today!
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2 years
Last week’s winter storm spread far across the southern U.S. and impacted Texas with snow, ice and freezing temperatures. Through the storm, and after, Texas A&M Forest Service personnel and equipment worked closely with our partners and supported response across the state with:
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3 years
In Texas, no other tree may symbolize love and marriage more than the Wedding Oak. The town of San Saba has long acknowledged this picturesque tree as its central meeting place for lovers, both past and present. ❀️ #RootsofTexasForestry
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2 years
Stay #wildfireaware and be cautious of any outdoor activities that may cause a spark! πŸ”₯
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2 years
Yesterday, Texas A&M Forest Service fire resources responded to 4 wildfires for 10,610 acres burned. Be wildfire aware as hot, dry conditions persist! πŸŽ₯Extreme fire behavior observed on the Mesquite Heat Fire in Taylor County on May 18, 2022. Credit: Texas A&M Forest Service.
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6 years
Neighbors helping neighbors. Today Texas sends 98 firefighters, 25 engines and 5 strike teams to the #MendocinoComplex . The Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System (TIFMAS) deployment is a joint effort with @TEDM . Learn more: #txfire @inciweb @CAL_FIRE
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2 years
πŸ”₯ The potential for significant wildfires continues this week for much of North, Central and East Texas as firefighters work to contain several new fires from Monday. πŸ‘‰ If a wildfire is spotted, immediately contact local authorities. Read more at:
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3 years
Kicking off the inaugural Sisters in Fire event this morning with 30 girls from 3 states and 2 countries! πŸ”₯
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5 years
My Land Management Connector simplifies stewardship by making it easy for landowners to find qualified providers for services like timber harvesting, consulting services, herbicide application and more. Visit to use the free online app. #foreststewardship
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3 years
A cold front is forecast to move through the state Wednesday night and Thanksgiving. With this front, there is low wildfire potential across the state for the holiday but, you should always be cautious of outdoor activities that may cause a spark - including frying turkeys.
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5 years
A call to serve. A duty to protect. A career to embrace. Visit to find your new #career .
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2 months
As the total solar eclipse crosses Texas on Monday, recreate responsibly and prevent wildfires: πŸ”₯ Don’t drive or park on tall, dry grass. πŸ”₯ Be cautious of dragging chains. πŸ”₯ Check your tire pressure. πŸ”₯ Don’t leave campfires hot. Drown, stir, drown again and feel.
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Thousands across the Texas Panhandle received wireless emergency alerts Feb. 26 and 27, warning of an eminent, dangerous wildfire with the potential to expand. The fires initiated the first multi-notification process to be used for a large-scale wildfire in Texas.
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1 year
Crape myrtles are a common sight in landscapes. Unfortunately, the practice known as crape murder is also a common sight. While winter is a goodΒ time to prune trees, crape murder is an incorrect pruning practice that removes the top of the tree each year, also known as topping.
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3 years
Happy International Day of Forests! Did you know there are 63 million forested acres in Texas? 🌲🌳 #IntlForestDay
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How it started. How it's going.
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Texas A&M Forest Service has increased the State Preparedness Level to Level 4 as the result of a significant increase in wildfire activity across the state, potential for large fires and the increased commitment of state and local resources to fires. πŸ‘‰
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2 years
Avoid any outdoor activity that may cause a spark! #WildfireAware
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2 years
Yesterday, Texas A&M Forest Service responded to 16 wildfires for 548 acres burned. πŸŽ₯ Fire activity on the 42-acre Frazier Fire in Wichita County, 7/26. Credit: Texas A&M Forest Service.
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#DYK 100 million trees can absorb 8 million tons of carbon in their lifetime? That’s the equivalent of taking 6.2 million cars off the road for a year. We’ve partnered with @arborday to plant those 100 million trees, and you can join in at 🌲 #TimeforTrees
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(1/3) Today’s, Sunday (3/20), forecast fire danger map highlights a broad area along and west of I-35 where there is very high to extreme potential for a wildfire to ignite, spread and require suppression action.
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5 years
Do you have special plans to celebrate Smokey Bear's 75th Birthday? Visit to add your local event to the national @smokey_bear 75th event map! #TeamSmokey #OnlyYou
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Have you seen more acorns on the ground this year? When trees produce an abundance of nuts or fruits, the phenomenon is known as masting. While there is no exact science behind why trees do this, trees typically have a mast year every two to five years. (1/2)
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May the "forest" be with you! In honor of #StarWarsDay , check out this article from @NASAEarth about how satellite imaging is used to help manage the world's forests: #maythe4thbewithyou
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As we head into the weekend, please be cautious of any outdoor activities that could produce sparks or high heat, and avoid any outdoor burning until weather conditions improve. Do your part, don’t let a wildfire start!
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Texas drought conditions are being felt by all - including our trees. The most important thing you can do for trees is water them, which can be a challenge when trying to conserve water. 🌳 Read how to care for your trees in the drought here:
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Texas A&M Forest Service responded to three large fires for 325,680 acres. Find more information at .
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πŸŽ„ Merry Christmas from Texas A&M Forest Service!
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10 months
πŸ”₯Texas A&M Forest Service is proud to host the 3rd annual Sisters in Fire event! This free, hands-on learning experience is for girls in 8th to 12th grade to explore wildfire and emergency response. πŸ”₯Space is limited! Learn more and register today at:
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πŸ”₯Alert: Extreme Wildfire Danger Today. Extremely critical fire weather conditions are expected to be widespread in the Texas Panhandle including the Canadian, Amarillo and Childress areas. Stay WILDFIRE ALERT! If a wildfire is spotted, immediately contact local authorities.
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🌱 Just like you, trees need to breathe! Don’t suffocate your tree with a mulch volcano. Improper mulching keeps water trapped against the trunk and creates an environment ripe for fungi and bacteria, which can cause your tree to die. πŸ‘‰
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We think State Forester Tom Boggus was pretty excited to lead @smokey_bear through the streets of New York City in the #MacysParade , don't you? πŸŽˆπŸ™ #SmokeyBear75 πŸ“Έ: Photos courtesy of Mike Lawrence/Getty Images for @AdCouncil
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7 years
TFS crews, along with @TPWDnews , completed fire mitigation efforts in Palo Duro Canyon this week.
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
5 years
The #SmokeyBirthdayBash is on at the @Bush41Library ! Come out to say hi to @smokey_bear !
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Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
1 year
🌳 Walking in and around trees decreases mental fatigue by relaxing and restoring your mind. #MotivationalMonday #HealthyTreesHealthyLives
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
7 months
Happy #TexasArborDay ! 🌱🌳 How will you celebrate the trees around you today? Need ideas? πŸ‘‰
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
5 years
Texas A&M Forest Service is opening the Austin Airtanker Base at the @AUStinAirport to assist with increased wildfire activity. Opening the base will allow for faster response times and greater cost efficiency when responding to wildfires. #txfire
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Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
3 months
Green just so happens to be our favorite color. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! πŸ€πŸ€πŸ€
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
4 years
It's Smokey Bear's birthday today! πŸ»πŸŽ‚ Last year, we hosted parties in public parks across Texas to share Smokey's timeless message. This year's celebration may look different, but Smokey's message is just as important: #OnlyYou can prevent wildfires! #HappyBirthdaySmokey
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
1 year
In 2022, our Helping Hands Program provided over 3,500 pieces of used equipment to VFDs valued at more thanΒ $1.8 million, and the Firefighter Property Program helped fire departments acquire 37 excess military trucks with fire departments valued at over $5.9 million! πŸš’πŸ‘¨β€πŸš’
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Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
2 years
β€œThe job of our state and local firefighters becomes more difficult and dangerous under these circumstances, and we need Texans to be cautious of any activity that causes sparks and may ignite a wildfire," said Wes Moorhead, Texas A&M Forest Service Fire Chief.
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Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
2 years
Hot and dry conditions across the state of Texas will create high wildfire potential through the weekend. πŸ‘‰
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Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
1 year
Wildfire response required a lot of resources in 2022, with 402 agency personnel and 4,452 out-of-state firefighters and support personnel from 47 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. 132 aircraft also assisted, dropping over 11 million gallons of retardant.
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Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
1 year
🎊Happy New Year! 🎊  In 2023, we look forward to continuing to conserve, protect and lead Texas to ensure trees, forests and natural resources are sustained for the benefit of all.
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
3 years
On Sept 4, 2011, warm, dry air from Tropical Storm Lee which sat over Louisiana, and an advancing front moving in from the west converged over Central Tx producing a very-high potential for extreme fire behavior. That Sunday, at 2:30 PM, the historic Bastrop Complex Fire started.
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
9 months
Desert-willow is a small tree that grows up to 25 feet tall and occurs in West Texas, on dry, gravelly, porous soils and dry stream channels. It is a popular tree to plant in central and south Texas for xeriscape landscaping. #SpeciesSpotlight
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Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
2 years
In addition to supplying the cleanest water of any land use, Texas forests also absorb rainfall, refill groundwater aquifers, slow and filter stormwater runoff, mitigate erosion, reduce flooding, and maintain watershed stability and resilience. #ForestryFactFriday
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
6 years
Trees along rivers clean water and slow down flooding. In 2015, flooding along the Blanco River destroyed 13,800 trees and benefits they provide. Now, Aggie Replant students are taking steps to bring them back. See photos and videos at #AggieReplant @TAMU
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Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
3 years
Today, Texas A&M Forest Service turns 106 years old! πŸŽ‰ On March 31, 1915 Governor James Ferguson signed the bill that created the Department of Forestry, now known as Texas A&M Forest Service. #rootsoftexasforestry
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
4 years
We've been working day and night with @TDEM , @TXSGOfficial , and @TexasGuard to organize and prepare shipments of personal protective equipment (PPE) and other #COVID19 outbreak response items. (1/2)
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
7 years
Did you know @smokey_bear has his own zip code? Use 20252 to send him a letter.
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
6 months
A call to serve. A duty to protect. A career to embrace. We have multiple positions open across the state. View them all here:
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
10 months
It’s #NationalAviationDay ! With advancement of aviation, Texas A&M Forest Service has a long history of using aircraft in wildfire suppression and forest management. This year, we've dropped 488,987 gallons of retardant and 2,867,881 gallons of water in firefighting efforts.πŸ›©οΈ
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
3 years
Just as doctors prescribe medicine to an unhealthy person, natural resource managers may prescribe fire for an unhealthy ecosystem. Prescribed burning can improve and maintain healthy and vigorous wildlife habitats and protect homes and communities.
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
2 years
πŸ”₯ In 2022, over 2,800 wildfires have burned across the state. Of these fires, 50% were caused by debris burning and equipment use, including welding, roadside starts from cars parked over tall grasses and farm machinery.
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@TXForestService
Texas A&M Forest Service
@TXForestService
1 year
Texas A&M Forest Service and @TXMilitary are conducting a prescribed fire on units 7 and 29 on Camp Swift property in Bastrop Co today. The objective of the burn is to reduce hazardous fuel density.Β Units require a min of 6 mph winds, and winds are expected to be 5-10 mph.
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