Dry and windy conditions resulted in explosive fire conditions in north Texas on this day. Some wildfires were rekindled fires that had been smoldering from earlier in the week. These wildfires burned tens of thousands of acres, multiple structures, and killed cattle. Two fatalities occurred in Stoenburg as a couple tried to protect their home. Several of the fires were being fought or watched until April 11th and 12th when rain brought relief to parts of north Texas.

Wildfire in MONTAGUE, TEXAS
From 09-APR-09 11:00:00 to 12-APR-09 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 5.00M
Crop damage: 1.00M
Reported by: Newspaper

Nearly 38,000 acres of land were burned in several wildfires that ravaged the county. The towns of Stoneburg and Sunset were destroyed by fires that claimed nearly seventy homes, numerous structures and vehicles, oil field equipment, and livestock. Eight of the homes destroyed were in Sunset. Two people lost their lives in Stoneburg while attempting to save their home and their son was injured. Another fire in the Dye Mound area claimed several barns and outbuildings. The towns of Montague, St. Jo, and Bowie required evacuations. Some of the fires were still smoldering on April 12th.

Wildfire in JACK, TEXAS
From 09-APR-09 11:00:00 to 10-APR-09 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.75M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Nearly 50,000 acres of land were burned in several wildfires that ravaged the county. It was reported that 14 homes were lost in fires that ignited near Postoak, Newport, Squaw Mountain, Antelope, Bryson, and Two Bush. The Two Bush fire consumed nearly 2200 acres of land and was started by welding. Another fire crossed into Jack County from Young County.

Wildfire in EASTLAND, TEXAS
From 09-APR-09 13:20:00 to 10-APR-09 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 100.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Nearly 10,000 acres of land were burned due to a wildfire that started on CR 104 north of Lake Cisco. This fire moved northeast and jumped HWY 183. It then continued to move towards the community of Morton Valley where evacuations were ordered. No structures were lost. The total burn area was 12 miles from west to east and 10 miles from south to north.

Wildfire in COOKE, TEXAS
From 09-APR-09 11:00:00 to 10-APR-09 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 100.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Eight wildfires spread through Cooke County including a 1,000 acre fire that was located in the southwestern part of the county near Cross N Ranch, located to the west of HWY 51. Another fire was located north of Muenster. Total burned acreage was estimated to be 1,500 and no structures were damaged or lost.

Wildfire in PALO PINTO, TEXAS
From 09-APR-09 10:00:00 to 10-APR-09 17:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A 600-700 acre wildfire started near Stringer Lane and FM 1148 to the west of Possum Kingdom Lake and spread north and west. The fire burned at least 14 homes and multiple outbuildings and structures.

Wildfire in HOOD, TEXAS
From 09-APR-09 12:00:00 to 09-APR-09 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

One wildfire between Lipan and Tolar burned one home.

Wildfire in YOUNG, TEXAS
From 09-APR-09 11:00:00 to 10-APR-09 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 100.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A large wildfire near Graham resulted in evacuations around the city.

Wildfire in STEPHENS, TEXAS
From 09-APR-09 11:00:00 to 10-APR-09 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 50.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A 3000 acre wildfire near Breckenridge threatened an apartment complex resulting in evacuations. This wildfire spread from near HWY 183 on the north side of the city to SH 67 on the northeast side of the city. It was reported to be 4 miles long by 1 mile wide. Another wildfire also burned part of the northwestern corner of the county, west of the old Fort Davis. This fire had spread into the county from Throckmorton County.

Wildfire in PARKER, TEXAS
From 09-APR-09 13:00:00 to 09-APR-09 17:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A 200 acre wildfire near Lake Mineral Wells State Park consumed three vacant cabins and one home. Another 100 acre fire moving through several Hudson Oaks subdivisions claimed four structures. One person was injured while attempting to extinguish the flames. The fire likely was started by arcing power lines.

Wildfire in WISE, TEXAS
From 09-APR-09 13:00:00 to 09-APR-09 17:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 150.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A 250 acre wildfire was started southwest of Balsora when arcing power lines set a tree on fire and the sparks from the fire ignited the dry grass below. The fire moved from near FM 2210 to FM 920 south of town. Approximately 30 residents were evacuated due to the flames and smoke. Three structures were lost; including one home.