By State Rep. Jason Isaac
Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN Texas This weekend wildfires have devastated our state including parts of Hays County. Over 1000 homes have been destroyed and 10s of 1000s of acres have been burned. Firefighters continue to battle the flames hoping to prevent any further loss of life or property.
Below is information on how to stay informed about the progress of the fires as well as what you can do to help. Please call my office at
512-463-0647 if you have questions or need assistance. Stay safe!
Where to go for Help
- Hays County government has done a great job of keeping local residents informed and prepared. Click HERE to visit their website for up to date information on the progress of the fires evacuations contact info and to sign up for emergency notifications on your cell phone. You can also follow them on twitter for instant updates at @hayscounty.
- A list of resources for those with animals affected by the fire can be found HERE.
- Click HERE to see wildfire reports from the Texas Forest Service
- If you have been affected by the fires check in as safe and well with the Red Cross HERE to let your family and friends know youre okay.
- Watch a short video of Governor Perry addressing the wildfire breakout HERE. Texas has requested an emergency declaration by the federal government in hopes that it will be answered swiftly and affirmatively. You can find press releases from the Governors office with additional information HERE.
How You Can Help
- KVUE has an summary of ways you can help the victims of the fire HERE.
- A list of what items you can donate and where you can make donations can be found HERE.
- Donate or volunteer to help fire victims through the Red Cross HERE.
Stay informed by following these social media pages
Facebook:
Twitter:
- #centraltxfires
- #centexfires
- #txfires
- @hayscounty
- @kvue
- @CenTexRedCross
