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| event_type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| ncei_event_id | 5,486,119 |
| episode_id | 1,203,291 |
| begin_utc | 2006-01-12T20:30:00+00:00 |
| end_utc | 2006-01-12T22:00:00+00:00 |
| state | TEXAS |
| cz_type | Z |
| cz_name | CASTRO |
| deaths_direct | 0 |
| deaths_indirect | 0 |
| injuries_direct | 0 |
| injuries_indirect | 0 |
| damage_property | 150K |
| damage_crops | 0 |
| wfo_source | LAW ENFORCEMENT |
| episode_narrative | A series of at least six wildfires charred portions of the extreme southern Texas Panhandle and the South Plains of west Texas on the 12th. Strong westerly winds and extremely low relative humidity values combined with parched fuels and the ongoing short-term drought to result in a very high fire danger. In addition, an advancing cold front interacted with several of the fires, changing the direction of fire propagation and spread. Two wildfires became significant and destroyed property, including one fire that threatened the city of Dimmitt (Castro County). Total losses were estimated at $200,000. |
| event_narrative | A large wildfire ignited near U.S. Highway 385 just north of Dimmitt on the afternoon of the 12th. A frontal passage caused a westerly to northerly wind shift that rapidly changed the fire's direction of growth and spread. The fire destroyed three abandoned structures on the northwest side of the city. Resources from surrounding counties as well as the Texas Forest Service were utilized to battle the blaze. Two forest service air tankers provided airdrops and managed to contain the fire before it spread into the city. This undoubtedly averted extensive damage to homes and businesses.A second large wildfire was reported to be burning out of control just west of Matador around 15:00 CST on the 12th. This fire destroyed at least one structure. No injuries were reported. |
| year | 2,006 |
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