Local and state fire crews on Saturday continued to battle at least two major wildfires that had consumed more than 30,000 acres after sparking in strong winds and a dust storm Friday in the Texas Panhandle.

Strong winds and dry conditions are fueling wildfires and increasing threats across Texas. Climate researchers have said the ingredients are in place for a wildfire threat North Texas hasn't seen in at least 10 years.

The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center warned of "near historic" fire conditions in the Plains.

Flower Mound firefighters respond to a fire in the Texas Panhandle, Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. A majority of Texas will face a dangerous mix of hurricane-like winds, warm temperatures and bone-dry conditions on Friday,

Friday is a First Alert Weather Day due to the extreme fire weather threat and red flag warning. It was a surprise ceremony at the White House presided over by President Donald Trump to unveil a $100 billion investment from what he called the world’s most powerful company,