Wildfire — Baylor, Texas

2023-09-08 to 2023-09-10 · Baylor, Texas

Event narrative

The 'Cowan Fire' spread over 5,075 acres across eastern Baylor County.

Wider weather episode

Hot temperatures, combined with very dry fuels, lead to a significant fire start and spread across portions of Baylor County.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1139410. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.