The Hackberry fire is 50% contained with a secure perimeter. Firefighters will continue to mop-up and extinguish any areas of heat along the fires edge. With anticipated widespread rain predicted on Friday and Saturday; full containment is expected by Sunday.
Several resources have been released from the fire as containment increases. Resources remaining include 3 – Crews, 1 – Engine, and 1 -Type 3 Helicopter.
Recreationists should continue to avoid camping, biking, and hiking near the fires and utilize caution while driving the roads as firefighters will be traveling to...