Wildfire in Dripping Springs 100% contained as of Saturday

A wildfire in Dripping Springs is 100% contained after burning approximately 257 acres, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.

As of Saturday morning, the blaze which began Wednesday afternoon had been contained. Firefighters and first responders from across the region battled the fire that began burning at Storm Ranch. The North Hays Fire Department responded to the blaze — officially named the Gatlin Creek Fire — after the call at around 3 p.m.

“Fire crews will remain on the ranch for the next several days to ensure the flames are completely out,” Hays County Fire Marshal Mark Wobus said.