Grass Fire in San Patricio County 75% Contained

Ongoing fire risk concerns remain across the region.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 1:06am

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A grass fire burning in San Patricio County, Texas is now 75% contained, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. The fire started along Highway 89 on the outskirts of the city and was caused by children throwing fireworks. Fire departments from Sinton, Odem, and Taft responded to help contain the flames.

Why it matters

Parts of the Coastal Bend region remain under a fire weather concern, with gusty winds and low humidity creating an elevated fire risk. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of fire prevention and response in the area.

The details

The fire started near Steel Dynamics and quickly spread through the dry grass. Authorities say crews responded quickly to contain the flames. While the fire is now 75% contained, the region continues to face an elevated fire risk due to weather conditions.

  • The fire started on March 22, 2026.

The players

Texas A&M Forest Service

The state agency responsible for wildfire response and prevention.

Oscar Rivera

The San Patricio County Sheriff.

Sinton, Odem, and Taft Fire Departments

The local fire departments that responded to assist with containment efforts.

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What’s next

Emergency crews continue to monitor the situation closely.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing fire risk in the Coastal Bend region and the importance of fire prevention measures, especially during periods of high winds and low humidity.