FNUS64 KCRP 162142
RFDCRP
TXZ229>234-239>247-342>347-442-443-447-170100-

FIRE DANGER STATEMENT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE CORPUS CHRISTI TX
442 PM CDT Fri Oct 16 2026

...ELEVATED FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED...

* AFFECTED AREA: South Texas. 

* TIMING: until 8 PM today. 

* WIND: North 25-30 mph with gusts 35-40 mph.
  
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY: As low as 25 percent.

* FUEL DRYNESS: Normal to above normal moisture. However, the fire
  danger rating range is moderate to high.
For additional forecast details please see the Fire Weather
Planning Forecast on our website. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 

Affected residents are urged to exercise care with respect to all
outdoor activities that could inadvertently cause wildfires. 

Avoid the use of welding or grinding equipment near grass and dry
brush. In addition, avoid parking vehicles in tall, dry grass and
weeds that could be ignited. 

Do not toss cigarette butts on the ground. Report wildfires
quickly to the nearest fire department or law enforcement office.

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