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25-acre wildfire near Magnolia Springs community in Jasper County contained

Jasper County Judge Mark Allen tells 12News no structures have been reported as destroyed.

JASPER COUNTY, Texas — A 25-acre wildfire in Jasper County has been contained.

The fire began in the area of CR 333 in the Magnolia Springs community, according to Jasper County Judge Mark Allen. 

While the fire was ongoing, FM 1005 was closed between FM 252 and FM 1013 and CR 317 at FM 1005.

After several hours, the roadways have reopened. 

Evacuations were in place for some homes on CR 332, CR 333, CR 333A and CR 317, according to Allen. 

Allen tells 12News no structures have been reported as destroyed.

The Tri-Community, Kirbyville, Jasper, Beech Grove, Lake Rayburn and Roganville Fire Departments are responding. 

Beechgrove Fire Chief James Gunter says fire crews were able to save 10 homes.  

Credit: Kahley Denmon

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