Wildfire activity across the state is expected to increase this winter and spring as above-normal vegetation dries and becomes highly flammable. January 16, 2026 College Station, Texas Wildfire ...

The Texas Tree Awards recognize individuals, organizations and communities for their contributions to planting, maintaining and protecting trees and strengthening community forests across Texas.

A recently published review of wildfire research reinforces those recommendations, highlighting how multiple factors combine to improve a home's chances during a wildland-urban interface wildfire.

Prolonged drought and extreme heat can cause hardwood trees, particularly oaks, to develop brown or yellowing leaves and fall-like coloration earlier than expected. Across East and Central Texas, ...

Texas communities will be more resilient against wildfire following the award of $457,413 through the Texas A&M Forest Service Community Wildfire Risk Reduction Grant Program. The funding, provided to ...

The FY26 RVFDAP Funding Round 4 - May 15, 2026 Funding Summary.

The $4.99 million awarded Aug. 26 will help departments purchase firefighting apparatus, fire and rescue equipment, protective clothing and other resources needed to safely and effectively respond to ...

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Funding Connector is our hub for information about various natural resource programs that offer financial assistance to Texas landowners, communities, and nonprofit organizations to implement ...

The Rural VFD Assistance Program provides funding to VFDs for the acquisition of firefighting vehicles, fire and rescue equipment, protective clothing, dry-hydrants, and firefighter training. The ...

Late fall through early spring is the perfect time to plant trees in Texas because cooler temperature provides time for root development and acclimation. Texas Arbor Day is about more than planting ...