The Round Up Fire in Oldham County, Texas, has burned 583 acres and reached 90% containment after temporarily forcing the closure of US 385 near Vega.
According to the Texas A&M Forest Service, the wildfire was 90% contained as of 9:18 p.m. Friday. The latest update indicates firefighters had made substantial progress against the blaze after it prompted a temporary highway closure.
The fire caused US 385 to close between the Vega city limits and RM 1061, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.
The highway was closed for about an hour before reopening at 4:22 p.m.
The temporary closure affected a key route through the Texas Panhandle while firefighters responded to the wildfire in Oldham County.
The public was asked to avoid the area as crews continued working on the fire.
Round Up Fire Burns 583 Acres
The Round Up Fire has burned approximately 583 acres in Oldham County, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.
Despite the size of the fire, the latest reported containment level indicates that firefighters had contained most of the active fire area by Friday evening.
Crews continued working to secure the remaining portions of the fire and monitor conditions in the area.
US 385 Reopens After Temporary Closure
US 385 was temporarily closed from the Vega city limits to RM 1061 while emergency crews responded to the fire.
The Texas Department of Transportation reported that the highway reopened at 4:22 p.m., after being closed for approximately one hour.
Drivers traveling through the area were still urged to use caution and follow instructions from emergency personnel.
What We Know
Fire: Round Up Fire
Location: Oldham County, Texas
Nearby community: Vega
Acreage burned: 583 acres
Containment: 90% as of 9:18 p.m. Friday
Road affected: US 385
Closure: Vega city limits to RM 1061
Closure duration: About one hour
Road status: Reopened at 4:22 p.m.
Public guidance: Avoid the area where advised
The Round Up Fire remained an active response even after reaching 90% containment.
Fire crews are expected to continue monitoring and securing the affected area while authorities assess the remaining fire activity.
Drivers and residents in the area should continue following instructions from local authorities and fire officials as conditions develop.
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