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The view from Paul Robbins' backyard in Oak Hill still shows scars inflicted by the wildfire nearly two years ago (David Yeomans/KXAN) 

City aims to mitigate wildfire risk

Central Texas has been impacted by several devastating wildfires throughout the past few years. As we approach the dry summer months, wildfire prevention is becoming a growing concern. 

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    New Bastrop homes dedicated

    Two new homes have been dedicated for families burned out by the Bastrop wildfires, but the need is desperate for more donations to build more.

    Crews practice aerial wildfire tactics

    A very warm April afternoon is the perfect backdrop for local firefighters to train and learn about fighting fires from above, using helicopters.

    Feds give Texas $31.2 million for 2011 wildfires

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency has given Texas $31.2 million to help cover the costs of devastating wildfires that spread across the state during a

    New fire code could trim Westlake trees

    The extended drought has put much of Texas at risk for wildfire and no place holds as much potential disaster than Westlake Hills.

    Wildfire near Fort Hood closer to containment

    Firefighters believe they are nearing containment of a stubborn wildfire that has burned 405 acres in Central Texas and driven people from their homes.

    Texas lawmakers to pay wildfire costs

    Two years after one of the worst wildfire seasons in Texas history, state lawmakers are still working to cover the costs associated with those disasters.

    Wildfire burning 175 acres in Bell, Coryell counties

    Authorities say a wildfire that started from a campfire has burned about 175 acres in Central Texas and threatens five homes.

    Texas agency seeks millions more to fight fires

    The Texas agency responsible for fighting wildfires has asked the state Legislature for an additional $27.2 as it faces the threat of more devastating fires in

    State parks busy with fall campers

    Fall’s cool mornings and pleasantly warm afternoons make for perfect camping weather. So, it’s no surprise that this is the busiest time of the year for Texas

    Safety of controlled burns questioned

    The Austin Firefighters Association questions whether Austin Water Utility has the expertise to safely manage prescribed burns on area wild lands.

    Travis Co. gets firefighting chopper

    Travis County is about to get another tool to help fight wildfires. Commissioners approved money to buy a surplus helicopter for firefighting.

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    Money still available 1 year after fire

    Officials from a program through the Texas General Land Office says they still have plenty of money to give away for those who need it the most.
     

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    Photos: Texas is burning

    Images of the Central Texas fires that burned more than 1,500 homes and turned thousands of lives upside …

    • KXAN News teams up to help

    Neighbors Helping Neighbors

    KXAN, The Salvation Army and Walmart held a two-day donation drive to help the disaster victims.

    • Severe Weather Guide for Wildfires

    Wildfire Guide

    What to do, what to know and how to stay safe in the event of a wildfire.

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    • Bastrop Football After Fire

    Photos: Bastrop football after the fire

    It was a time to forget the anguish for a little while and honor those who …

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