Lake Travis Fire Rescue Chief Jim Linardos spoke at a news conference Sept. 6 at 4:30 p.m., letting Central Texans know that although Steiner Ranch residents were allowed back in their homes, firefighters would still be at work containing fires.

"There are still about 65 firefighters [in Steiner Ranch]—the fire is not contained yet," Linardos said. "Trees are burning, brush is burning. Getting people in is very important, we just ask them to be patient with us."

He asked that residents be fire-wise, so as not to add to the flames.

"We're still working on the fire," Linardos said. "We need you all to be very careful."

He said about 80 percent to 90 percent of the power is back on in the neighborhood.

"Austin Energy's been doing a real good job," Linardos said.

Travis County Sheriff's Office Sergeant Mike Canales said the repopulation of Steiner Ranch went "very, very smoothly."

Canales said there was an investigation into the origin and point of interest of the fires at a power line in Steiner Ranch but that Travis County is still interviewing witnesses. Witnesses can call 854-4621 if they believe they know the origin of the fire.

The Travis County Sherrif's Office will continue to have a large presence in the subdivision for the next few days.