The Luccah Fire, located off Highway 59 near Fannin in Goliad County, started on the afternoon of January 28, 2022. Multiple local fire departments responded to assist with the wildfire along with state resources from Texas A&M Forest Service. Texas A&M Forest Service is currently in unified command with the local jurisdiction.
Fire behavior was very active, moving quickly in grass. The wildfire split into two running head fires and pushed towards the San Antonio River. Structures were threatened and saved. Aviation resources, including a large air tanker, assisted ground crews with retardant drops. Fire activity diminished significantly into the evening and ground crews remain on scene patrolling the fire perimeter and securing containment line.
Current as of | Mon, 01/31/2022 - 11:19 |
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Incident Type | Wildfire |
Cause | Roadside ignition |
Incident Commander | Roel Esparza, Texas A&M Forest Service |
Coordinates |
28° 41' 13'' Latitude
-97° 15' 35
'' Longitude
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Total Personnel: | 13 |
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Size | 1,640 Acres |
Percent of Perimeter Contained | 100% |
Fuels Involved | Grass, brush |