"Record-Breaking Texas Wildfires Engulf Over 1 Million Acres, Prompt Disaster Declaration"
Wildfires in the Texas Panhandle have merged to become the largest and most destructive blaze in the state's history, scorching over 1 million acres and claiming at least two lives. President Biden expressed support for the affected communities and deployed federal resources, while Governor Abbott directed additional state emergency resources and ordered evacuations in multiple areas. Unseasonably warm temperatures, dry conditions, and gusty winds have fueled the fires, with snow and rain offering a brief respite for firefighting efforts. The fires have killed tens of thousands of cattle, closed schools, and prompted widespread community support efforts.