Blaine County Emergency Management/911

09/03/2026

09/03/2026

The heat wave continues on Thursday with widespread triple digit heat indices in the afternoon.

09/02/2026

A localized fire weather threat exists today across portions of far southeast Oklahoma due to dry fuels and high winds. Heed existing burn bans in this area and notify authorities immediately of any accidental fire starts or if smoke is visible. One spark is all it takes.

• Avoid any activities that could spark a fire
• Check any recent outdoor burns to ensure they are fully extinguished
• Make sure trailer chains are not dragging
• Avoid driving off-road or parking in grassy areas
• Delay outdoor welding or grinding until conditions improve

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

With the ongoing drought and very dry vegetation, wildfires can easily ignite in this environment. Here's some tips on everyday wildfire prevention:

09/02/2026

Come on now, Mother Nature! Why you gotta tease us like this?? Maybe it will still sneak up our way instead of getting smithereened by our heat and drought! Also in today's Ticker, a look back at a historic August: https://ticker.mesonet.org/

09/02/2026

DEADLY COMANCHE COUNTY WILDFIRE: TWO LIVES LOST AS CREWS BATTLE RAILROAD SOUTH FIRE
COMANCHE COUNTY, Oklahoma — What began as a wildfire emergency near Indiahoma has ended with homes destroyed, families displaced and two lives lost — including a federal officer who died while helping others escape.
The Railroad South Fire was reported August 29 in western Comanche County between Cache and Indiahoma, forcing residents from their homes as firefighters worked to stop the flames.
Among those responding was 38-year-old Federal Wildlife Officer David Taylor with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
According to the Department of the Interior, Taylor was going door-to-door alongside local emergency crews helping residents evacuate.
His last contact with dispatch came while he was helping a family leave their home.
Evidence recovered from a structure where Taylor had been working indicated that he died during the evacuation effort. Formal identification was initially left to the medical examiner.
Taylor was also a U.S. Navy veteran and Senior Chief Petty Officer in the Navy Reserve, completing five deployments during approximately 20 years of military service.
A second life was also lost.
The Comanche Nation identified Vandal Nauni, a tribal member and U.S. Navy veteran, as another person who died as a result of the fire.
At least five homes were confirmed destroyed, and the fire burned more than 500 acres.
Evacuation orders have since been lifted and residents have been allowed to return, although crews continued working the fire area.
The cause of the Railroad South Fire remains under investigation.
Governor Kevin Stitt ordered flags on state property lowered to half-staff through Friday in Taylor's honor.
This fire leaves behind more than burned acreage.
It leaves families without homes — and two families grieving lives lost.
EDITOR'S NOTE:
Fact Checking in Oklahoma will continue following the investigation into the origin and cause of the Railroad South Fire. Our condolences go to the families of David Taylor and Vandal Nauni and to the Comanche County community affected by this tragedy.

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

Preptember is here, Oklahoma!

September is the perfect time to take a few simple steps to get ✅ for whatever comes next. Start by talking with your family about where to meet, how to stay in touch📱, and what to do if you need to leave 🏠home quickly. A little planning now can make a big difference later.

Want a step-by-step guide? Check out OEM’s 12-ways to prepare: https://loom.ly/3Ek3oCI