Texas Forest Service seeks information regarding recent rash of arson fires in East Texas

 Texas Forest Service is investigating a recent spike in arson fires in East Texas.

Since the beginning of the year, Texas Forest Service has responded to more than 600 fires, 94 of which were deemed to have been started intentionally. That number could grow as agency law officers continue to investigate additional fires.

The agency is asking anyone with information about a fire that might have been intentionally set to call the Arson Hotline at 1-800-364-3470.

With the recent rash of arson fires in East Texas, Texas Forest Service is encouraging anyone with information about a fire that might have been intentionally set to call the Arson Hotline: 1-800-364-3470.

If you’re an arsonist, know that we’re looking for you. And we won’t stop until justice is served.

For more information or to download a Texas Forest Service Arson Poster, visit the agency's Wildland Arson Hotline page.