Dry conditions and increased vegetation set stage for higher wildfire risk in Texas

Wildfire activity across the state is expected to increase this winter and spring as above-normal vegetation dries and becomes highly flammable.

The dormant wildfire season, which occurs during winter and spring, is typically characterized by fire activity that occurs in freeze-cured grasses and increased wind speeds associated with passing dry cold fronts.

Above-normal grass growth across much of Texas in 2025 will support increased wildfire potential into early spring 2026.