Watch: Historic Texas Railroad Bridge Goes Up in Flames
Summary
A fast-moving wildfire in the Texas Panhandle destroyed a historic railroad bridge near Canyon, Texas. The fire, named the Hunggate Fire, spread quickly over 14,000 acres, caused evacuations, and is now about 40 percent contained as firefighters continue working to control it.Key Facts
- The Hunggate Fire started on Thursday near Canyon in Randall County, Texas.
- The wildfire burned about 14,000 acres and destroyed a historic railroad trestle bridge.
- The fire spread rapidly, driven by strong winds and lightning from dry thunderstorms (storms with lightning but little or no rain).
- Mandatory evacuations were ordered for nearby residents, with shelters opened in Canyon.
- Firefighters have brought the fire to about 40 percent containment, meaning they have controlled parts of the fire's edges.
- Five active wildfires were burning across northern Texas at the time, with some already fully contained.
- Red flag warnings remain in effect, indicating high fire danger due to low humidity, dry vegetation, and strong winds.
- Texas A&M Forest Service increased wildfire preparedness and urged caution with outdoor burning.
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