Notice to Oil and Gas and Pipeline Operators
Elevated Fire Danger in Texas
March 04, 2025Texas is facing critical wildfire threats in a large part of the state on Tuesday. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Red Flag Warning for wildfire risk in Central Texas and Southeast Texas due to high winds and dry conditions. The NWS has also issued a High Wind Warning from the Panhandle to West Texas. The Texas A&M Forest Service expects extreme fire weather conditions near Abilene, Austin, Del Rio, Fort Worth, Killeen, Laredo, San Angelo, San Antonio, Stephenville and Weatherford.
Multiple counties have issued outdoor burn ban orders.
The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) advises all operators under the RRC’s jurisdiction in areas of potential impact to take the following actions:
- Monitor local, state and national weather reports for updates on wildfire danger;
- Heed all watches, warnings, and orders issued by local emergency officials;
- Secure all personnel, equipment, and facilities to prevent injury or damage; and
- Monitor and prepare operations for potential impacts, as safety permits.
The RRC maintains a 24-hour, toll-free emergency line, 844-773-0305, to report emergencies, including leaks or spills and damage to gas pipelines.
Operators can find weather information including the latest NWS updates on the RRC’s Weather Emergency Resources page at https://www.rrc.texas.gov/weather.
