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Fire in Driftwood threatens homes
UPDATE 7 p.m.: Officials said the fire in Rim Rock, a Driftwood subdivision, is now under control. The fire was near FM 1826 and the entrance to the subdivision.
Officials said the fire was between 10 and 20 acres. There have been no reports of damage or injuries.
EARLIER: From the Hays County Sheriffs Office:
A brush fire was reported in the Rim Rock Subdivision of Driftwood to the Hays County Sheriff’s Office today at approx 1800. Driftwood Fire and North Hays FD are on location reporting an uncontrolled brush fire. The size of the fire is unknown at this time but is threatening some residences. No mandatory evacuations at this time. Driftwood has requested mutual aid from Air Life and the Wild Land Task Force. They are en route to the location. No injuries or damage reported at this time. I will keep you up to date as the situation changes.
