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Flood to Fire: Windy Ridge Emergency | San Antonio News
Gillespie County’s weather swung from flood to fire in just weeks—after torrential rains dumped up to 25 inches and caused $6 million in damage, rescuing over 30 people, firefighters now battled the 96-acre Windy Ridge Road Fire. No homes were lost, but landowners are assessing damage as dry conditions heighten wildfire risk ahead of Labor Day. Officials urge caution: extinguish grills fully, handle welding safely, dispose of cigarettes properly, and avoid parking in tall grass. The county is also drawing lessons from last year’s massive Crabapple Fire, crediting strong coordination with…
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