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'It looks like a bomb went off here,' Blanket resident recalls terrifying evacuation
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· August 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The fire's spread has caused concern among those living nearby. A fire that began on Sunday has spread across approximately 200 acres of land.
A fire that began on Sunday has spread across approximately 200 acres of land. Residents in the area are worried about their property as a result of the fire. The extent of the damage is not fully described, but it is known that the fire has had a significant impact on the surrounding area.
The fire's spread has caused concern among those living nearby. Further details about the fire and its effects are available from the source.
A resident described the scene as resembling the aftermath of an explosion, indicating the severity of the fire's impact.
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Category: safety Published: August 24, 2026 Source: KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News Reading time: 1 min
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