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Multiple fires rage across West Texas as dry and hot weather persists

Firefighters continue to battle multiple blazes across West Texas as new fires ignite almost daily.
Credit: Fox West Texas

SAN ANGELO, Texas — As dry and hot weather continues across West Texas, fires have once again ignited across the region. As of Tuesday morning, firefighters were battling multiple fires across the entire state. 

The largest fire was the 'Mays Fire' in San Saba County, estimated at 9,000 acres and has spread into eastern McCulloch county, 13 miles east of Brady.

Credit: Texas A&M Forest Service
Credit: Brady Fire/EMS Department

Firefighters continue to be on scene day and night trying to get a handle on the developing situation. 

Credit: William Lawrence, Tennessee Division of Forestry

Another area of concern in West Texas is in Crockett and Val Verde Counties. The 'Pocket Complex' is three separate fires as of Tuesday morning and a temporary flight restriction is in place over the fire area. 

Credit: Texas A&M Forest Service

Stay with FOX West Texas and our FOX West Texas Facebook Page for the latest information on the fire situation. 

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