People and their activities cause more than 90 percent of wildfires in Texas. This holiday season, Texas A&M Forest Service urges everyone to be careful when participating in seasonal activities that could start a wildfire or house fire. One spark can ruin a holiday.

“Across the country, the most home fires occur in the months of Dec. 30 and Jan. 3. In addition, ten percent of all firework fires for the year occur from December 30th through January 3rd. For your safety, it is important ...