Wildfire fears rising as map of areas at risk delayed

AUSTIN (KXAN) — It has been nearly four weeks since Austin has seen heavy rain. This is good news for firefighters who say the rain will help prevent grass and brush fires.
The Austin Fire Department has been busy trying to get ahead of the threat by clearing out heavy brush. However, there’s one tool in their toolbox that isn’t ready yet.
FORECAST: 90 percent chance of rain for Valentine’s Day
Shoal Creek is slowly rising during Tuesday morning’s downpour. It