PRAYERS NEEDED: Wild fires in Central Texas

Fire in Steiner Ranch Forces Evacuations

Updated: Monday, 05 Sep 2011, 10:04 AM CDT
Published : Monday, 05 Sep 2011, 8:41 AM CDT

On Sunday a large fire forced officials to evacuate the entire Steiner Ranch subdivision.

Officials say that at least 25 homes were destroyed and another 20 were damaged by the fire.

While residents were evacuating RM 620 was closed causing major traffic problems.

A shelter was set up at Vandergrift High School at 9500 McNeil Drive. Those that have been evacuated can receive the latest evacuation information by calling 512-974-6199. Officials said that it will be at least noon before they are allowed to return to their homes.

The fire also caused power and gas outages in the area.

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http://www.kvue.com/home/Steiner-Ranch-fire-update-129252113.html