Smokehouse Creek Wildfire in the Texas Panhandle
The Smokehouse Creek Wildfire in the Texas Panhandle, now the second-largest fire in U.S. history, claimed the life of a second victim. The fire has consumed over 1.1 million acres and is less than five percent contained. Amarillo resident Cindy Owen died after being surrounded by smoke and fire while driving along a highway.
Key Points
- The fire has consumed over 1.1 million acres
- Amarillo resident Cindy Owen died in the fire
- The fire is less than five percent contained