Wildfire Risk and Burn Ban
Summary
Due to dry weather and recent wildfires, commissioners enacted a 90-day outdoor burn ban across unincorporated areas.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 23
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Helps mitigate potential emergency firefighting costs and property damage.
Residents and property owners in unincorporated areas are protected from uncontrolled brush fires.
County taxpayers will bear the cost of the cleanup.
Mentions & discussions (27)
Commissioners Court — September 8, 2026
Due to dry weather and recent wildfires, commissioners enacted a 90-day outdoor burn ban across unincorporated areas.
Recent rains not enough to prevent Brazoria County burn ban
ANGLETON — Residents in unincorporated areas of Brazoria County are prohibited from open burning amid lingering dry conditions and a number of wildfires in recent weeks.
Wildfire burns 260 acres of Brazoria County marshland
A wildfire in Brazoria County burned 260 acres of marshland before firefighters contained it with no injuries or damage.
Edouard impact on Brazoria County to be minimal
Despite initial concerns of hurricane status, Tropical Storm Edouard did not develop an eye, but poses flood risks in Brazoria County.
Brazoria County homeowners find help at GLO outreach
The Texas General Land Office held an event at the Freeport Branch Library for residents affected by the 2024 disasters.
Fast-moving Angleton RV park fire destroys two trailers, kills cat
A fast-moving Angleton RV park fire destroyed two trailers and killed a cat, but no residents or firefighters were injured, according to officials and witnesses.
Freeport approves emergency response agreement with Brazosport ISD
Freeport City Council unanimously approved an emergency response agreement with Brazosport ISD under the Uvalde Strong Act.
Veteran identified in fatal Jones Creek mobile home fire
The investigation into the death of 74-year-old veteran Clyde Hershman is ongoing as Jones Creek officials look through rubble and debris left over from the mobile home fire.
Surfside expands beach safety program with donated life jackets, rescue rings
Surfside Beach expands swim safety with donated rescue rings to its already large collection of lifejackets.
Rescue crews save 12-year-old boy swept a mile offshore in Treasure Island
Rescue crews saved a 12-year-old boy after a current swept him a mile offshore in Treasure Island; Freeport EMS treated a jellyfish sting.
Third person dies from Texas floods
Gov. Greg Abbott said Friday a third person has died in the flooding that swept through much of the Hill Country and South Texas.
Drone helps rescue 12-year-old at Treasure Island
A beachgoer’s drone helped rescuers locate a 12-year-old boy swept from shore at Treasure Island. He reached a sandbar and suffered a minor jellyfish sting.
Brazoria County faces dangerous heat before possible tropical rain, wind and rough surf.
Dangerous heat arrives first, while Tropical Depression Two could bring rain, gusty winds, rough seas and rip currents to Brazoria County later this week.
Unattended cooking fire displaced 26 at Lake Jackson apartment complex
An unattended cooking fire at The Pearl at Oyster Creek Apartments displaces 26 residents and leads to community support efforts.
10 families lose homes to fire at Lake Jackson apartment complex
LAKE JACKSON — Almost a dozen families were displaced from their homes Friday when fire broke out in a building at The Pearl at Oyster Creek Apartments.
Commissioners Court — February 24, 2026
The county is currently under a burn ban due to dry vegetation and high fire risk. Fire officials are monitoring the situation closely as fires continue to occur.
Commissioners Court — February 10, 2026
Due to dry weather and fire risks, the county has banned outdoor burning for 90 days to keep residents safe.
Commissioners Court — January 13, 2026
The Fire Marshal is monitoring dry conditions and high winds, which may lead to a burn ban in the coming weeks to protect the community.
Commissioners Court — December 9, 2025
Nonprofits are working to repair homes damaged by Hurricane Beryl and are seeking help to identify residents in need.
Commissioners Court — November 25, 2025
The Fire Marshal is keeping a close eye on drought conditions to decide if a burn ban is necessary, keeping residents safe.
Commissioners Court — July 8, 2025
The county is securing grant funding to clear storm debris from local waterways to prevent future flooding issues.
Texas' largest chlorine gas leak in years exposed holes in Brazoria County's public alert systems
Texas' largest chlorine gas leak in years exposed holes in Brazoria County's public alert systems Houston Chronicle
Commissioners Court — January 6, 2025
The county is managing the aftermath of December's tornadoes. Because the damage didn't hit the high dollar amount required for federal help, taxpayers will cover the cleanup costs.
Commissioners Court — January 1, 2025
The county is dealing with recent tornado damage. The commissioners will meet Monday to decide whether to extend the official disaster declaration.
Brazoria County wildfire: Crews working to put out 2,500-acre fire burning on National Wildlife Refuge near CR 227
Brazoria County wildfire: Crews working to put out 2,500-acre fire burning on National Wildlife Refuge near CR 227 ABC13 Houston
Damon, Texas, grass fire: 24 different agencies respond to Brazoria County town amid spreading blaze
Damon, Texas, grass fire: 24 different agencies respond to Brazoria County town amid spreading blaze ABC13 Houston
Brazoria County firefighters working to tame West Galveston Bay fire after explosion
Brazoria County firefighters working to tame West Galveston Bay fire after explosion Houston Chronicle
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