Officials battling Lovers Hill fire in Burnet County

Officials are battling a fire in Burnet County that started on Friday, located between Marble Falls and Burnet, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Officials are battling a fire in Burnet County that started on Friday, located between Marble Falls and Burnet, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.

The fire, now named the Lovers Hill fire, has burned at least 47 acres and was 75% contained as of 2:30 p.m., according to the forest service.

We will continue updating this article as updates become available.

How to prepare for extreme wildfire danger

Texans can prepare for an evacuation plan, including assembling a Go Kit that can meet the needs of all family members and start with the five P’s, as provided by the forest service:

• People and Pets – plan for the whole family, including pets and livestock
• Prescriptions – bring extra medication, eyeglasses, hearing aids and medical equipment including necessary batteries and power cords
• Papers – include copies of insurance information, phone numbers and other important documents
• Personal needs – pack personal items including clothes, food, water, toiletries, first aid kit, cash, computers/tablets, phones, chargers and sanitation supplies
• Priceless items – include items of sentimental value, such as pictures, heirlooms and irreplaceable memorabilia.

Other tips include for evacuation planning include:

• Identify at least two evacuation routes, in case one is impacted, and save them in a navigation system or phone.
• Practice your evacuation plan. Locate and load your Go Kit into your vehicle and drive your evacuation routes. Include all individuals at your home in this drill and ensure they are confident with the plan.
• Work with your local emergency responders. Learn what to expect, how you will be notified during an emergency and determine if you need to register for a notification service.