A Starr County fire that has doubled in size since Wednesday afternoon is now the third-largest active wildfire in the state of Texas.

The Las Brisas fire prompted several evacuations Wednesday along FM 755 10 miles north of Rio Grande City.

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As of Tuesday night, it has burned 450 acres and is 75% contained.

Fire crews will remain at the scene overnight to monitor for hotspots.