Brock-Dennis Fire Rescue

Preparing for wildfires when it's raining is a proactive approach that can significantly enhance a homeowner's ability to protect their property and ensure safety. Here are several measures that can be taken:

1. Create Defensible Space

- Clear Vegetation: Remove dead leaves, branches, and other flammable materials from around your home. Maintain a cleared area of at least 30 feet around your house.
- Prune Trees and Shrubs: Trim branches so they are at least 10 feet away from other trees and remove lower branches to prevent fire from climbing.
- Lawn Maintenance: Keep your lawn mowed and watered. Green lawns are less likely to burn than dry, overgrown grass.

2. Fire-Resistant Landscaping

- Choose Fire-Resistant Plants: Select plants that are less likely to ignite and spread fire, and space them strategically to prevent fire spread.
- Mulching: Use non-combustible mulch materials like gravel or rocks near your home instead of wood chips or bark.

3. Regular Maintenance

- Clean Gutters and Roof: Regularly remove leaves, pine needles, and other debris from gutters and roofs.
- Check Smoke Alarms: Ensure smoke alarms are working properly and have fresh batteries.

Taking these steps during the rainy season provides a safer environment when conditions are dry and wildfires become a more immediate threat. Proactive preparation can greatly enhance your home’s resilience to wildfires.

No burning is permitted 6/10/2026 due to windy conditions. Wind gusts expected up to 25 mph. Please check back daily for updates.

No burning is permitted Monday May 25, 2026 due to an ozone action day issued by TCEQ. Please check back daily for updates.

No burning is permitted 5/14/2026 due to an air quality alert. TCEQ has issued an ozone action day. Please check back daily for updates.