Officials: South Texas wildfire destroys 3 homes, none hurt

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Governor Greg Abbott has declared a disaster in Medina County on Sunday as a wildfire continues to burn more than 1,000 acres.

declared a disaster in Medina County during a news conference and said the blaze that’s forced 40 households to evacuate was only 10% contained.warned residents remaining in the area that there was still high risk the flames could spread.

The wildfire began late Friday afternoon and worsened Sunday because of strong winds and low humidity. More than 200 firefighters are working to combat the blaze and Medina County Judge Chris Schuchart said that they are praying for rain.

 

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