As of March 22, 2025, the Pauline Road Fire in San Jacinto County has been 100% contained. The wildfire, which began on Wednesday, March 19, has burned approximately 2,400 acres. By Friday, March 21, officials reported that the fire was 45% contained, with no active fire detected outside the established containment lines.
Evacuation orders affecting over 900 homes in Montgomery and San Jacinto counties were lifted on Thursday evening, March 20, allowing residents to return safely. The fire’s origin has been traced to a prescribed burn that escalated beyond control, leading to the extensive wildfire.
The Texas A&M Forest Service has taken over ongoing monitoring and containment efforts. Residents may continue to observe smoldering in the area, but officials assure that these are within controlled boundaries.
Weather forecasts predict thunderstorms in the Houston area on Sunday, March 23, which could aid in further suppressing any remaining fire activity.
For a visual update on the situation, you can watch the following news report: