"Texas Governor Warns of Potential Loss of 500 Structures in Wildfires"

Texas Governor Greg Abbott stated that wildfires in the Texas Panhandle may have destroyed up to 500 structures, with the largest blaze, the Smokehouse Creek fire, leaving a charred landscape and claiming at least two lives. The threat continues as higher temperatures and stronger winds are forecasted, posing a significant wildfire risk. President Biden has directed federal assistance, and Abbott has issued a disaster declaration for 60 counties. The Texas A&M Forest Service reported that the fire has merged with another and is 15% contained, while authorities continue to assess the damage and search for potential victims.