HOUSTON, Texas – Warm, very dry air and gusty winds are combining to heighten wildfire danger across southeast Texas through Saturday evening. The National Weather Service in Houston/Galveston warns that low humidity and breezy afternoons could allow fires to spread quickly if ignited.
According to the Texas A&M Forest Service, fire danger levels are “high” to “very high” from College Station and Huntsville south toward Houston and Beaumont. Friday afternoon humidity values are expected to fall into the 20–30% range, with highs topping out in the upper 80s to low 90s. Winds from the north at 15–25 mph Friday and lighter breezes over the weekend may still fan any flames that start.
Officials urge residents to avoid any activity that could spark a blaze—such as welding outdoors, dragging tow chains, or discarding cigarettes. Burn bans remain in effect across several counties north and west of Houston. Drivers are asked not to park on dry grass, and outdoor burns should be postponed until after conditions improve.
Nighttime temperatures will dip into the upper 50s north of I-10 and the mid-60s near the coast, offering mild fall evenings but little moisture recovery. The NWS expects relative humidity to remain low again Saturday before slight improvement Sunday.
Residents are urged to report smoke immediately and secure equipment to prevent sparks. Even a small fire could grow rapidly under current conditions.
