Texas Governor Greg Abbott has amended and renewed a disaster proclamation for fire weather conditions affecting numerous counties across the state. The original proclamation was issued on August 10, 2025, and has since been updated in response to ongoing risks.
According to the Texas Division of Emergency Management, elevated fire weather conditions continue to pose threats in certain areas. In light of this, Governor Abbott exercised his authority under Section 418.014 of the Texas Government Code to extend the disaster declaration. The affected counties include Andrews, Aransas, Archer, Armstrong, Atascosa, Austin, Bailey, Bandera, Bastrop, Baylor, Bee, Bexar and many others.
The proclamation authorizes the use of all available resources from state government and political subdivisions that are necessary to address the disaster. It also allows for the suspension of regulatory statutes or rules that could hinder emergency response efforts upon written approval from the Office of the Governor. Additionally, any contracting or procurement regulations that would impede agencies’ ability to protect life or property may be suspended for the duration of this declared disaster.
“In accordance with the statutory requirements, copies of this proclamation shall be filed with the applicable authorities,” stated Governor Abbott in his official announcement.
The document was signed by Governor Abbott on December 9, 2025. Jane Nelson attested as Secretary of State.
