More than 25 grass fires broke out in about two hours early Thursday morning and they were mostly because of fireworks.
Assistant Fire Marshal James Gowan said about 26 grass fires were ignited Thursday from about 12:30 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. Some of the fires included were Wiley Rd. and Bacon Switch Rd. In Wichita Falls and Schmoker Rd. in Burkburnett.
On top of that, there were about 60 calls overnight about fireworks.
One of the largest fires fought that night was on Riley Ranch Loop about two miles South of Schmoker Rd. It burned about 30 acres.
Burkburnett Fire Chief Rodney Ryalls said it was the busiest night of the year so far. He said this is not surprising because the 4th of July is usually busy.
Saturday, May 25 2013 5:03 PM EDT2013-05-25 21:03:08 GMT
A health fair hosted by the Family Health Center was held at the Wichita Falls Multi-Purpose Events Center Saturday. This is the 2nd year the Health Fair is being held and the first 150 people who attended
Health Fair held at MPEC offers lab screenings and other health resources for free for Texomans.
Saturday, May 25 2013 12:55 PM EDT2013-05-25 16:55:23 GMT
Police in Olney are telling resident to stay inside and lock their doors, as they search for an inmate they believe escaped from a prison transport early this morning.
Police in Olney are telling resident to stay inside and lock their doors, as they search for an inmate they believe escaped from a prison transport early this morning.
