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View YNN and viewer submitted photos on the fires that have devastated Central Texas since Sunday.

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Members of the community quickly organized donation campaigns to help victims of the Labor Day wildfires, in addition to help for horses.

Wildfire stories told through 'Art from the Ashes'

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

The wildfires of last September left thousands of tons of rubble across Central Texas. Now, artists are using the very same rubble as raw material, telling their stories of those fateful days through artistic expression.

Wildfire stories told through 'Art from the Ashes'

04/29/2012 01:50 PM

Cancer-stricken wildfire victim moves into new home

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

YNN first introduced you to Margaret Listberger in the weeks following the Bastrop County Complex fire last September. Listberger lost her home in the blaze and received treatment for stage-four breast cancer just days later. Now more than six months after the disaster, she's signed the deed on her new home and is excited to show it off.

04/20/2012 09:11 PM

Volunteers help re-open fire ravaged state park

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

More areas of Bastrop State Park have reopened following last year's deadly wildfires. While more than 90 percent of the park was affected by the fire, life has returned to the Lost Pines.

04/16/2012 08:05 AM

Bastrop home show offers options for rebuilding fire victims

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

This weekend, the Home Product Show at the Bastrop County Convention and Exhibit Center is there to help. In it, architects, insurance companies and home designers have come together to help fire victims still figuring out what to do.

Updated 04/14/2012 04:52 PM

Bastrop State Park reopens for visitors

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

Bastrop State Park Superintendent Roger Dolle said the park would not have been open so soon without help from the park staff, volunteers and Texas Department of Transportation crews.

04/10/2012 07:12 AM

Local shoppers fuel economic recovery in Bastrop

Bastrop County

A new study shows the economy of Bastrop is bouncing back, thanks to local shoppers making the effort to pitch in to help a community devastated by September's hellish wildfires.

Local shoppers fuel economic recovery in Bastrop

03/01/2012 09:06 PM

Rebuilding continues in Bastrop County

Bastrop County

Despite recent waves of rain and winter weather, work to rebuild the fire-torn communities of Bastrop County continues to move forward.

02/24/2012 04:48 PM

Plan to restore Lost Pines is complete, but short on funding

Bastrop County

Developed by an unprecedented coalition of federal, state and local leaders, land managers and scientists, the Lost Pines Habitat recovery project is a detailed five-year plan with precise work scope and cost estimates. The plan is expected to cost $17 million. Some funding is already in place, but more is needed to get started.

02/16/2012 07:33 PM

Business Now: Big money headed to Bastrop

Bastrop County

A big check from the federal government is on its way to Bastrop to aid in wildfire relief. Find out more in this edition of “Business Now.”

01/27/2012 02:06 PM

Volunteers turn burned Bastrop trees into lumber

Bastrop County

You'll hear the sounds of chainsaws and heavy machinery all over Bastrop as the wildfire recovery continues. One volunteer group is recycling the disaster by turning burned trees into new lumber.

01/11/2012 05:45 PM

Steiner Ranch fire victims rebuild

Steiner Ranch

In the months following the Central Texas wildfires, those who lost their homes were forced to face the decision of rebuilding or moving out. Residents of Steiner Ranch, where 24 homes burned to the ground, are mostly choosing to stay.

02/24/2012 06:38 PM

Steiner Ranch community embraces first responders

Steiner Ranch

After last month's destructive flames, the Steiner Ranch community came out to enjoy good food, music and support a good cause at the Steiner Ranch Steakhouse Sunday.

10/03/2011 09:05 AM

FEMA sets up mobile information site in Steiner Ranch

Steiner Ranch

Federal Emergency agents are in Steiner Ranch this weekend to help fire victims
with their disaster claims. FEMA officials urge all residents affected by the mega blaze that destroyed 24 homes to register with the agency. The site will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday.

Updated 10/01/2011 11:15 AM

Steiner Ranch residents begin to pick up the pieces

Steiner Ranch

It's been just over a week since a large grass fire ripped through the Steiner Ranch neighborhood in West Travis County, destroying 24 homes. Now that the blaze is 100 percent contained, residents who lost everything are sifting through rubble to see what's left.

Updated 09/13/2011 08:25 AM

After devastating blaze, Spicewood community rebuilds together

Pedernales One

Residents of the Spicewood neighborhood are coming together to help wildfire victims rebuild their lives. Just a little over a week ago the Labor Day weekend wildfire ripped through the area, destroying about 40 homes. Now that it’s time to pick up the pieces, residents of the Hill Country community hope their camaraderie will make all the difference.

After devastating blaze, Spicewood community rebuilds together

09/14/2011 06:41 PM

Political figures survey Central Texas wildfire damage

Pedernales One

No crisis is complete without a word from your local, state or national politician and that was the case during this string of wildfires in Texas.

Updated 09/08/2011 10:33 PM

'King of the Hill' writer home destroyed in Spicewood fire

Pedernales One

The fire previously called Pedernales Fire One, now called the Spicewood Fire, has destroyed 28 homes and fire crews have saved 92 others. All evacuees in the area are allowed to return home and all roads have been re-opened.

Updated 09/08/2011 09:57 AM

Artist returns to rubble after fire rips through Hill Country home

Pedernales One

Photo Gallery:Local artist Susie Fowler lost many of her creative pieces when the Pedernales One fire ripped through her Hill Country home Sunday. While losing her home is devastating, the support of the Spicewood community is helping her pick up the pieces.

Updated 09/07/2011 12:51 PM

Year in Review: Wildfires across Central Texas

Other Fires

Thanks in part to both the historic drought and record-breaking heat, the past year brought to Central Texas some of the most devastating fires the state has ever seen. YNN's Jeff Stensland takes a look back at 2011 and how the fires affected our region.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Year in Review: </em></span>Wildfires across Central Texas

12/28/2011 03:04 PM

Hamilton Fire 100 percent contained, possibly caused by storm

Other Fires

Fire crews fully contained the Hamilton Fire early Friday. The cause is still undetermined, but fire officials say Tuesday's lightning could have started the blaze.

Updated 09/30/2011 10:15 AM

Post Road Complex Fire now 100 percent contained

Other Fires

A 25-acre brushfire in San Marcos is now fully contained according to the South Hays County Fire Department. The blaze began Saturday afternoon.

Updated 09/27/2011 07:52 AM

AFD: Oak Hill fire is 'out'

Other Fires

The blaze broke out near Clay Allison Pass in the Oak Hill neighborhood and damaged the deck of one home in the area. One firefighter suffered a minor leg injury while fighting the blaze.

Updated 09/26/2011 08:51 AM

Texas gets $31M HUD grant for wildfires recovery

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

Texas' share of a $400 million disaster assistance grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development was announce Friday. HUD says at least 80 percent of the Texas grants are bound for Bastrop County.

Texas gets $31M HUD grant for wildfires recovery

01/20/2012 01:55 PM

Bastrop fire victims receive long-term help

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

Three months after the Bastrop wildfire, the rebuilding continues. It’s a process experts say will continue for years, but for many, the process comes with a fair amount of frustration.

Bastrop fire victims receive long-term help

01/06/2012 08:44 AM

Year in Review: Bastrop County wildfire and rebuilding

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

The Bastrop County complex fire was the most devastating wildfire in Texas’ history. Fire consumed thousands of acres of drought-ridden brush in seconds. It took the lives of two people and burned almost all of Bastrop State Park. Even before the last flames were out, Central Texans were rallying themselves to pull neighbors out of the ashes.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Year in Review: </em></span>Bastrop County wildfire and rebuilding

12/29/2011 02:39 PM

Uncertainty over rebuilding after Bastrop County wildfires

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

Three months after the costliest wildfires in Texas history, parts of Bastrop County remain abandoned. The rubble from destroyed homes has been cleared away, and nothing but empty home foundations remain.

Uncertainty over rebuilding after Bastrop County wildfires

12/26/2011 10:29 AM

Bastrop wildfire pushes pesky pests to the forefront

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

Scorpions, rodents and even snakes—plenty of pesky varmints are visible more than ever in Bastrop. The massive Labor Day weekend wildfire not only displaced homeowners, but animals and insects are also looking to find a new place to call home.

Bastrop wildfire pushes pesky pests to the forefront

11/14/2011 07:03 PM

Some Bastrop wildfire victims aim for speedy rebuild

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

The sounds of hammers, saws and nail guns echo over Bastrop County. The wildfire over Labor Day weekend destroyed almost 1,600 homes. Now, construction workers are laboring overtime so that some families can be home for the holidays.

Some Bastrop wildfire victims aim for speedy rebuild

10/31/2011 05:21 PM

Volunteers continue cleanup effort in Bastrop County

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

Almost two months after wildfire devastated much of Bastrop County, volunteers continue to come out in large numbers to assist in the ongoing cleanup effort. Affected homeowners say the volunteers are an enormous help, shrinking jobs which would take weeks into days.

Volunteers continue cleanup effort in Bastrop County

10/29/2011 09:10 PM

Congressional leaders examine wildfire response

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

Federal lawmakers are taking a closer look at the response to wildfires across Texas, including Bastrop County. Political leaders like Congressmen Michael McCaul are concerned about how long it took to bring in critical air support to the 34,000 acre blaze that ripped through Bastrop County Labor Day weekend.

Congressional leaders examine wildfire response

Updated 10/18/2011 08:27 AM

Star-studded wildfire relief concert rocks Erwin Center

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

A star-studded and sold out wildfire relief concert filled the Erwin Center Monday night to raise money for Central Texas wildfire victims. George Strait, the Dixie Chicks and Willie Nelson were among the big names who took the stage.

Star-studded wildfire relief concert rocks Erwin Center

10/17/2011 08:03 PM

Bastrop holds 'community conversation' on wildfire recovery

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

Bastrop County held its first town hall since the Labor Day wildfires. Homeowners were able to visit with 16 different agencies, including FEMA, about recovery efforts.

Bastrop holds 'community conversation' on wildfire recovery

10/11/2011 11:24 AM

Nearly 1.5 million trees killed by Bastrop County fire

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

The Texas Forest Service said more than 16,200 acres of pine and mixed pine-deciduous forests burned in the Bastrop County wildfires which also destroyed more than 1,500 homes.

Nearly 1.5 million trees killed by Bastrop County fire

10/07/2011 10:50 AM

Embers from past fire spark Old Potato Road blaze

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

Photo Gallery:Officials have determined that flying embers from September's Bastrop County Complex Fire are to blame for igniting the Old Potato Road Fire Tuesday afternoon.

Embers from past fire spark Old Potato Road blaze

Updated 10/06/2011 06:17 PM

Firefighting aircraft on standby at ABIA

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

Two firefighting aircraft are on standby at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport as wildfire danger continues to linger in Central Texas.

Firefighting aircraft on standby at ABIA

10/03/2011 04:41 PM

Bastrop wildfire animals now up for adoption

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

There are 60 cats and dogs now available at the Bastrop Animal Shelter. Adoption fees are being waived all week. Since the Bastrop County fire broke out, more than 250 pets have been reunited with their owners.

Bastrop wildfire animals now up for adoption

10/03/2011 12:18 PM

Hard luck meets match with Stage IV breast cancer patient

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

Margaret Listberger was defeating the odds by living with Stage IV breast cancer. Then the Bastrop wildfire destroyed her house last month.

Hard luck meets match with Stage IV breast cancer patient

10/03/2011 08:34 AM

Donations continue pouring in for Bastrop fire victims

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

Boundless Network specializes in promotional products with company logos. The public relations company told its suppliers about the recent Bastrop fires. Once Boundless shared the story, many jumped at the chance to help.

Donations continue pouring in for Bastrop fire victims

09/30/2011 04:14 PM

Agriculture industry suffering in Bastrop

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

The recent Bastrop County wildfire is putting a stress on grazing resources already running thin. One rancher said the combination of drought and fire is putting him in a tough spot.

Agriculture industry suffering in Bastrop

09/30/2011 09:55 AM

Bastrop fire most expensive in state history

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

In a statement released Tuesday, the Insurance Council of Texas said that approximately 1,500 damage claims have already been filed by Bastrop County residents and business owners.

Bastrop fire most expensive in state history

09/28/2011 08:57 AM

Metal business booming in light of Bastrop County wildfire

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

There's a business boom underway in Bastrop. People are starting to clear debris from the destruction left behind by the Bastrop County Complex Fire. As YNN's John Salazar finds out, there's a whole lot of rocking and rolling going on in the heavy metal industry.

Metal business booming in light of Bastrop County wildfire

Updated 09/28/2011 07:47 AM

Bastrop residents file lawsuit against Bluebonnet Electric

CENTRAL TEXAS WILDFIRES

Bastrop residents have filed a lawsuit against Bluebonnet Electric, claiming the power company is to blame for the Labor Day weekend wildfire that destroyed more than 1,500 homes in the area. In a statement released Monday, Bluebonnet CEO Mark Rose said a combination of weather conditions sparked the 34,000 acre blaze.

Bastrop residents file lawsuit against Bluebonnet Electric

09/26/2011 08:52 PM

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