Texas and Oklahoma are facing an unprecedented increase in wildfire risks as critical fire conditions return due to strong, gusty winds and dry air. Multiple wildfires have ignited across thousands of acres in Texas, including significant activity near Fredericksburg. A red flag warning remains in effect for much of the region, with authorities urging residents to refrain from outdoor burning and to remain vigilant as winds intensify. Evacuations have been ordered in some areas due to fast-spreading fires, and localized threats of power outages loom as conditions worsen. Emergency crews are on standby, preparing for a weekend marked by elevated fire danger across the southern Plains.