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Tornado Watch issued for Kaufman County until 11 p.m.
FORNEY, Texas — The Nation Weather Service in Fort Worth, Texas, has issued a Tornado Watch for much of north Texas, including Kaufman County, until 11 p.m.
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Kaufman County Fire Marshal's Office recommending no outdoor burning this weekend due to 'very high' risk
KAUFMAN COUNTY, Texas — The Kaufman County Fire Marshal's Office is recommending no outdoor burning this weekend due to a "Very High" forecast Fire Danger rating.
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Kaufman Police Chief Dana Whitaker retires after nearly 50 years of public service, Edwards appointed interim
KAUFMAN, Texas — Kaufman Police Department Chief Dana Whitaker is hanging up his duty belt after nearly 50 years of public service.
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Missing Texas teen may have ties to the Kaufman, Van Zandt County areas
KAUFMAN, Texas — A missing Texas teen may have ties to the Kaufman and Van Zandt County areas.
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National Weather Service, TDEM surveying storm damage in Kaufman County
KAUFMAN COUNTY, Texas — The National Weather Service in Fort Worth, Texas, and the Texas Department of Emergency Management will be surveying damage from an April 4th storm to determine if the damage was done by a tornado.
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Two killed, one injured in 7-vehicle crash on SH 34
TERRELL, Texas — Two people were killed and another injured in a seven-vehicle crash on State Highway (SH) 34 on Tuesday morning, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
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Tornado Watch issued for Kaufman County until 2 a.m.
KAUFMAN COUNTY, Texas — A Tornado Watch has been issued for portions of North Texas, including Kaufman County, until 2 a.m.
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One killed, another injured in two-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 80
ELMO, Texas — One person was killed and another injured in a two-vehicle crash on Monday morning in eastern Kaufman County, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
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State Wildfire Preparedness Level increased to Level 4 due to increased activity and commitment of fire resources
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Texas A&M Forest Service has increased the State Preparedness Level to Level 4 as the result of a significant increase in wildfire activity across the state, potential for large fires and the increased commitment of state and local resources to fires.
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Traffic delays on westbound U.S. Highway 175 in Crandall due to RV fire
CRANDALL, Texas — There are traffic delays on westbound U.S. Highway 175 in Crandall due to an RV fire Friday morning.
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City of Kaufman fundraising to match $750,000 grant to expand City Lake Park
KAUFMAN, Texas — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved more than $12.5 million in grants to help create and enhance outdoor recreational opportunities. The competitive grants are allocated to local government entities on a 50/50 reimbursement match basis.
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State Highway 34 closed between Terrell and Kaufman due to HAZMAT spill
TERRELL, Texas — State Highway (SH) 34 between Terrell and Kaufman is closed, both northbound and southbound, due to a hazardous material spill, according to county officials.
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