Wildfire resources available following fires in Oklahoma, Kansas, Texas
Help is rolling in for those affected by the wildfires in the Oklahoma and Texas panhandles and southwest Kansas, Feb. 17 to 19.
Fires during those days, acres and containment levels as of Feb. 20 include: Range Road Fire, burning 283,283 acres in Oklahoma and Kansas, 20% contained; Morning Fire, Oklahoma, 820.8 acres, 20% contained; Stevens Fire, Oklahoma/Kansas, 12,894 acres, 60% contained; Tennis Fire, Finney County, Kansas, 100% contained; Side Road Fire, Oklahoma, 75% contained; 43 Road Fire, Oklahoma, 60% contained, 1,680 acres; Vegetation fire, Oklahoma, 480 acres, 60% contained; and Andrew Lane fire, Kansas, 5,000 acres, containment unknown.
Kansas
Kansas Department of Agriculture officials suggest keeping thorough records in the early stages of wildfire response and recovery for those affected by fire. Document as much as possible. Photos, receipts, records of losses will be critical later in your efforts to obtain assistance and reimbursement.
Start first at the local level, as officials will be able to provide access to resources with current and accurate information. This includes U.S. Department of Agriculture, Farm Service Agency and Kansas Department of Health and Environment offices.
KDHE district offices: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/288/District-Offices
FSA offices: https://www.fsa.usda.gov/state-offices/kansas
Livestock Indeminty Program website: https://www.fsa.usda.gov/resources/programs/livestock-indemnity-program-lip
ELAP Program website: https://www.fsa.usda.gov/resources/programs/emergency-assistance-livestock-honeybees-farm-raised-fish-elap
Ask for help. KDA suggests taking action on shelter for your family, feed for your animals, or counseling for those impacted by loss. Find mental health resources at KansasAgStress.org.
Hay and fencing donations
Donations of hay and fencing supplies are being accepted at various collection sites. To donate, call the Kansas Livestock Association office at 785-273-5115 and representatives will help coordinate a drop-off. If you are in need of supplies, call KLA.
Find more information from KLA at https://www.kla.org/news-center/news-releases/news/details/46822/relief-efforts-underway-for-wildfire-victims
Make donations directly to KLA at https://www.kla.org/affiliates/kansas-livestock-foundation/disaster-relief-donations.
Monetary donations can be made to the Ashland Community Foundation at https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/Y4EJJY4H47BBU
Facebook resources for Kansas:
Ashland Community Foundation – https://www.facebook.com/ashlandcf
Ashes to Ashes – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069027547968
Ashland Veterinary Clinic – https://www.facebook.com/AshlandVetCenter
Englewood Fire Department – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064714775071
Ashland Fire Department – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082874755772
Kansas Livestock Association – https://www.facebook.com/newsfromkla
Kansas Department of Agriculture – https://www.facebook.com/KansasDeptofAg
Orphan Calf Relief – https://www.facebook.com/groups/927180938810586/
Steve Hilker Trucking – https://www.facebook.com/hilkertrucking
Oklahoma
Fire consumed many acres in Beaver, Harper, Woods, Woodward, and Texas counties. A state of emergency has been declared for Beaver, Texas and Woodward counties to accelerate the deployment of critical resources and state support.
The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management is currently leading a coordinated response, working alongside local authorities and multiple relief organizations to manage the shifting front lines.
Immediate agricultural and humanitarian needs
Agricultural needs are being assessed, but first are the hay needs, truckers to haul hay and money to help pay for fuel and trucking, as well as funds for veterinary care, and human needs.
Calving season is underway for many Oklahoma ranchers. Orphaned calves are needing care and supplies. The Orphan Calf Relief is offering services. Check Facebook out for more information. Orphan Calf Relief – https://www.facebook.com/groups/927180938810586/
The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Foundation has established a relief fund for cattle producers who have been affected by the recent wildfires in northwest Oklahoma. In a press release, Michael Kelsey, executive vice president of the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association, said boots on the ground leaders in the panhandle and northwest will help identify what ranchers are in need.
“The wildfire relief fund at the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Foundation will distribute 100% of received funds to impacted cattle producers,” Kelsey said. “The OCF will establish an application process later this week and encourage impacted producers to let us know the extent of the damage to their cattle operation so we can help directly.”
Donations can be made online or via mail. OCF is a 501c(3) charitable arm of the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association. Make checks payable to Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Foundation and put “Fire Relief” in the memo line and send to P.O. Box 82395, Oklahoma City, OK 73148. To donate online, visit okcattlemen.org.
The Beaver County Conservation District is coordinating donations of hay for wildfire relief. Hay can be dropped off at the Hamilton Farm, west of Knowles, OK on Highway 64.
Laverne Fire Department is accepting donations of non-perishables food, feed, hay, fencing, and monetary donations and is in contact with volunteer fire departments throughout the area.
Texas
According to the Incident Information—Texas A&M Forest Service Facebook page, since Feb. 16, the Texas A&M Forest Service and TIFMAS personnel have responded to 22 wildfires, burning 32,681 acres across the state.
Active Wildfires: Lavender Fire, Oldham County, 18,423 acres and 50% contained; 8 Ball Fire, Armstrong County, estimated 13,500 acres and 70% contained; Spot Line Fire, Clay County – 34 acres and 90% contained
View the Texas A&M Forest Service active wildfire map here at public.tfswildfires.com.
From the Texas Department of Agriculture, those in need of hay, feed, transport, or grazing land, or if you can donate or provide support, the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Hay & Feed Hotline available to help.
This free statewide marketplace connects ranchers, farmers, sellers, transporters, and landowners to keep livestock supported during disaster. Post what you need, offer what you can, and access real‑time tools and alerts—all in one place. Visit
Other organizations offering wildfire and disaster relief
Ag Community Relief – https://www.agcommunityrelief.com/
The Rancher Navy-https://ranchernavy.org/
United Cajun Navy – 2026 Fire Needs https://www.unitedcajunnavy.org/
Working Ranch Cowboys Association Foundation Natural Disaster Relief fund was established to help working ranch cowboy and cattle ranches suffering through significant hardships. Donations can be made to WRCA by mail, phone or online. Make checks payable to Working Ranch Cowboys Foundation and put “Natural Disaster Relief Fund” in the memo and mail to 408 SW 7th Ave, Amarillo, Texas 79101. To donate online visit https://wrca.org/thank-you-for-your-donation/.
Kylene Scott can be reached at 620-227-1804 or [email protected].
