TX-23 resident brief · Public safety
Bates lifts burn ban
· Reported by Uvalde Leader-News
Bottom line
Uvalde County lifted its outdoor burn ban at 2 p.m. on Oct. 1 after 14 days, citing 1.75 inches of rain that reduced wildfire risk.
Why it matters in TX-23
Residents can resume outdoor burning, but a flood watch remains in effect through 7 p.m. on Oct. 2, requiring caution for those managing land or planning activities.
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