Overview

• The Smokehouse Creek Fire, the largest wildfire in Texas history, has burned over 1 million acres, leading to the death of more than 7,000 cattle.
• Ranchers face devastating losses, with destroyed grazing lands, infrastructure, and the long-term impact on the cattle industry.
• Efforts to contain the wildfires are ongoing, with significant progress made, but the threat of further fires remains due to dry conditions.
• Community and state-wide support efforts include donations of hay, fencing materials, and mental health resources for affected ranchers.
• The wildfires have sparked discussions on climate change, land management, and the need for adaptation and conservation in the cattle industry.