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Ross Fire Grows to 80,000 Acres | Texas News
The Ross Fire in North Texas rages into its fourth day, swallowing 80,000 acres across Palo Pinto and Jack counties. What began as a small grass fire on August 24th exploded to 50,000 acres by the next day—with just 5% containment. Firefighters are battling relentless conditions, working around the clock to build containment lines and stop the blaze from growing. The Texas A&M Forest Service is on the ground, monitoring and coordinating efforts as officials brace for more heat and wind. This is a high-stakes race against time—and nature—as crews push to secure the perimeter and protect…
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