Brush fire in East Austin burns 64 acres, is 85 percent contained

AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin Fire Department is responding to a large brush fire in East Austin.

According to AFD, at 12:41 p.m., there was a call for service about a fire in the 9500 block of FM 969 Road. It was reported the fire was at a quarter of an acre and spreading rapidly.

AFD says crews are working to adapt and alter firefighting tactics as the wind shifts.

At around 3:20 p.m., AFD said the fire has burned 64 acres and is 85 percent contained.

There have been no injuries or damage to any structure. 

Over 100 firefighters are on the scene fighting this fire, and several agencies are assisting the Austin Fire Department.

The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. Fire investigators are currently investigating.

There have been no mandatory evacuations by AFD. An AFD spokesperson said a nearby school and office voluntarily evacuated.  

AFD says avoid the area of 969 east of 183 and expect heavy emergency vehicle presence in the surrounding areas.

This is a developing story and will be updated as more details become available.