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Active Texas wildfires: Bent Willow Fire grows to 5,000 acres

By Tristan Garcia
Published in Weather News
April 05, 2023
1 min read
Active Texas wildfires: Bent Willow Fire grows to 5,000 acres

Yo, did you hear about the wildfires in Texas? There’s one called the Bent Willow Fire and it’s grown to a whopping 5,000 acres! I read an article about it and it’s pretty wild.

Basically, the fire is located in a remote area about 140 miles southeast of Lubbock. It started on Wednesday and has been spreading rapidly due to the high winds and dry conditions. Firefighters have been working around the clock to contain it, but so far it’s been a tough battle.

What’s crazy to me is that this isn’t even the only wildfire burning in Texas right now. There are several others that have popped up in recent weeks due to the severe drought conditions. It just goes to show how important it is to be mindful of the environment and take steps to prevent these kinds of disasters.

On a personal note, I grew up in an area that was prone to wildfires during the summer months. It was always a little nerve-wracking knowing that a single mistake could potentially lead to a devastating fire. But it also taught me to appreciate the beauty and power of nature, and to never take it for granted.

Overall, the Bent Willow Fire and the other Texas wildfires are a reminder of just how easy it is for things to spiral out of control. It’s important for us to do our part in preventing these disasters and supporting those who are fighting the fires on the front lines.


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