Wildfire Hazard
Wilbarger County Sits in a High Wildfire Risk Zone
The county's dry climate, grasslands, and wind make wildfire a real property hazard — the state has included Wilbarger County in past disaster declarations.
Wilbarger County sits in the rolling plains of north Texas. The climate is dry. Winds are often strong. Open grassland covers much of the land. Those conditions let wildfires start and spread fast. The state of Texas has issued wildfire disaster declarations covering Wilbarger County in recent years. Those declarations triggered property tax relief for owners whose property was damaged.
If you own property here, ask your insurance agent whether your homeowner's policy covers wildfire damage. Ask what steps you can take to protect your home and yard. When a burn ban is active, the county judge posts an order. Check the county website or call the county judge's office before burning any brush.
Source to confirm: Texas Comptroller — Texas Communities Face Elevated Wildfire Threats