Wildfire contained on Polk, Tyler County border; voluntary evacuation lifted

POLK COUNTY, TEXAS - A wildfire has been contained on the border of Polk and Tyler County.

Polk County wildfire

What we know:

The fire was near the East Caney Loop and Morrell Road, according to the Polk County Office of Emergency Management.

As of about 6 p.m. on Friday, the fire had reportedly reached 50 acres.

Shortly before 7 p.m., officials said the fire was contained.

Residents near Morrell Road are under a voluntary evacuation, but that notice has since been lifted.

No buildings have been damaged, according to officials.