Texas hopes for relief from devastating wildfires as rain and snow is forecast

Up to 500 homes and businesses have been destroyed and two people killed in state's northern Panhandle area

Rain and snow are expected in parts of the Texas Panhandle area starting Thursday, bringing possible respite to the Lone Star state as firefighters continue to battle the largest wildfire in its history.

Up to 500 homes and businesses have been destroyed by the flames as of Monday, and two people have died: Cindy Owen, 44, and Joyce Blankenship, 83. Thousands of cattle have also either been killed or euthanized after being injured in the wildfires.