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Wildfire
Prescribed Fire
Burned Area
Response
OtherThe Cadillac fire originated along I40 frontage road and South Dowell Rd, in Potter County outside of Amarillo at approximately 1500 on February 21st, 2022. Elevated fire conditions contributed to a rapid spread and significant fire behavior. The Texas A&M Forest Service is in unified command with local fire departments and other local resources. The fire is burning in grassy fuels within the Wildland Urban Interface. Multiple structures have been threatened with an unconfirmed number of structures lost. Texas Intrastate Mutual Aid System (TIFMAS) resources are on scene assisting with suppression efforts.
| Current as of | Mon, 02/28/2022 - 08:25 |
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| Incident Type | Wildfire |
| Cause | Undetermined |
| Date of Origin | |
| Incident Commander | John Fugitt |
| Incident Description | Wildfire in grassy fuels within the wildland-urban interface. Structures threatened and saved, with multiple structures lost. Evacuation orders have been lifted for the area. |
| Coordinates |
35° 11' 25'' Latitude
-101° 59' 3
'' Longitude
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| Size | 143 Acres |
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| Percent of Perimeter Contained | 100% |
| Significant Events | Evacuations have been ordered for nearby communities due to the rapid spread and significant fire behavior. |
| Planned Actions |
Crews will continue to monitor smoldering fuels and conduct mop up through out the evening. |
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| Weather Concerns | Sustained winds of 15-18mph with gusts of up to 30mph, with a wind shift predicted between 0100 -0300. RH recovery of 20-30%. |
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