Firefighters battle grass fire near I-35 exit in Kyle

Drivers advised to avoid the area due to smoke and emergency vehicles

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Firefighters from the Kyle Fire Department and Hays County ESD No. 5 are responding to a grass fire that broke out near the southbound 210 exit off Interstate 35 in Kyle, Texas. Drivers in the area are being advised to slow down, use caution, and avoid the area if possible due to smoke and the presence of emergency vehicles.

Why it matters

Grass fires can quickly spread and pose a threat to public safety, especially on major highways where drivers need to be able to see clearly. The response from local fire departments is crucial to containing the blaze and ensuring the safety of motorists in the area.

The details

The fire was first reported around 1:35 p.m. on Tuesday. Firefighters are currently on the scene working to extinguish the grass fire near the 210 exit off southbound I-35 in Kyle. Drivers are being urged to slow down, use caution, and avoid the area if possible due to smoke and the presence of emergency vehicles.

  • The grass fire was first reported around 1:35 p.m. on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

The players

Kyle Fire Department/Hays County ESD No. 5

The local fire department and emergency services district responding to the grass fire.

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What’s next

The fire department will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.

The takeaway

Grass fires near major highways can pose a serious threat to public safety, underscoring the importance of a swift and coordinated response from local emergency services to contain the blaze and ensure the safety of motorists in the area.