AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas A&M Forest Service reported a wildfire burning Saturday in Gillespie County near Fredericksburg. At 2:12 p.m., the fire was estimated at 400 acres and 0% contained.
Fredericksburg Fire and EMS said some evacuations are occurring. Crews are working to evacuate people as needed.
Officials said a shelter is available at Faith Baptist Church at 3022 N. State Highway 16.
The Texas A&M Forest Service reported on Saturday afternoon the Crabapple fire was burning in Gillespie County.
The Texas A&M Forest Service reported on Saturday afternoon the Crabapple fire was burning in Gillespie County.
The Texas A&M Forest Service reported on Saturday afternoon the Crabapple fire was burning in Gillespie County.
The Texas A&M Forest Service reported on Saturday afternoon the Crabapple fire was burning in Gillespie County.
Officials named the blaze the Crabapple fire and couldn’t confirm if any structures or livestock have been impacted at this time.
The Austin Fire Department said dispatchers have received calls about smoke in the Austin area, and they are attributing it to the wildfire.
911 call takers are receiving multiple calls about smoke across Austin. We believe this smoke is being blown in from the 400 acre Crabapple Fire near Fredericksburg.
— Austin Fire Info (@AustinFireInfo) March 15, 2025
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