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Fast-moving Palo Pinto County grass fire grows to 7,000 acres; U.S. 180 shut down
Summary by The Fort Worth Editorial Desk Lucy Ladis and Charles Nichelson , as published by NBC DFW
· August 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The fire, known as the Ross Fire, is estimated to be 5% contained. The fire chief reported that crews were first notified of the fire at 12:26 p.
S. Highway 180. More than 100 firefighters are battling the flames in record heat.
The fire, known as the Ross Fire, is estimated to be 5% contained. Fire crews were quickly deployed to the scene, but the fire spread rapidly, reaching five alarms within an hour. State officials have joined the effort to extinguish the fire, using water tankers and fire retardant from the air.
The Texas A&M Fire Service has also provided an estimate of the fire's size. Further details about the fire and the ongoing response are available from officials. m.
and arrived at the scene shortly after.
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Category: safety Published: August 24, 2026 Source: NBC DFW Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A fast-moving grass fire has grown to over 7,000 acres, prompting the shutdown of U.S. Highway 180. More than 100 firefighters are battling the flames in record heat. The fire, known as the Ross…
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