Drought Information
With La Niña expected to prevail throughout the winter,
drought conditions are likely to persist or worsen into early 2023.
Current Drought Conditions
Fire Danger
Freezing temperatures have sent warm season vegetation into dormancy. These dry grasses will remain conducive to fire initiation and spread throughout the cold season. The days of greatest concern for grassfires are those that are sunny and warm with low humidity, especially if it is also breezy. Although many outdoor burn bans have been discontinued across North and Central Texas, it is still important to be vigilant about fire usage. Avoid open flames near dry vegetation, and assure all coals and embers are fully extinguished.
The Keetch-Byram Drought Index is a drought statistic specifically designed to assess fire danger.
Drought Links
National Integrated Drought Information System
National Drought Mitigation Center
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