Massive Fire in Bastrop County Forcing Evacuations as Responders Fight the Blaze

Bastrop County, TX — A wildfire in Bastrop County is forcing evacuations while the blaze is being fought.

As of 4:15pm, the fire is approximately 300 acres in size, and is 0% contained.

The fire is being fought from the ground and the air.

Areas being evacuated:

  • Pine Hill Estates including Pine Hill Drive and roads in between
  • Pine Tree Loop
  • Linda Lane
  • Lisa Lane

Texas A&M Forest Service has responded to a request for assistance in fighting the fire called the Bastrop Rolling Pines Fire.