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Ross Fire grows to one of the largest wildfires on record in North Texas
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· August 27, 2026
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Key points The fire started on August 24, 2026, and has spread across two counties. A massive wildfire has grown to over 80,000 acres in just three days.
A massive wildfire has grown to over 80,000 acres in just three days. The fire started on August 24, 2026, and has spread across two counties. It has exhibited extreme behavior, with trees catching fire in groups amid strong winds. Firefighters have been battling the blaze, which has doubled in size in a matter of hours at one point.
The fire's rapid growth has made it one of the largest on record in the area. No injuries have been reported so far. Further details about the fire and efforts to contain it are available from the source.
The fire's size and behavior are a concern, with officials closely monitoring the situation.
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Category: safety Published: August 27, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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