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Caddo Fire Burns 175 Acres in Northeast Houston, 30% Contained

Shifting winds could send smoke south, prompting nearby residents to prepare to leave.

Overview

  • Houston Fire Department’s Wildland Division is managing the blaze near Greens Bayou and John Ralston Road.
  • Residents in Verde Forest and those east of Thorn Street and north of Caddo Road have been advised to be ready for possible evacuation.
  • Officials report no homes are currently in danger, though nearby communities should expect visible and noticeable smoke.
  • Firefighters, working with the Harris County Flood Control District, expect to remain on scene for several days to achieve full containment.
  • Authorities urge the public, including utility terrain and off‑road vehicle drivers, to avoid the area because traffic interferes with operations.