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Ross Fire: Smoke seen across the Big Country, officials provide update
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· August 27, 2026
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Key points The fire is burning in Palo Pinto and Jack Counties. From Palo Pinto County, Texas: Smoke from the Ross Fire is visible across the Big Country.
From Palo Pinto County, Texas: Smoke from the Ross Fire is visible across the Big Country. The fire is burning in Palo Pinto and Jack Counties. Officials have provided an update on the ongoing efforts to combat the fire, which includes information on containment, road closures, and power outages.
The fire continued to grow on its third day. Further details on the firefighting efforts and community safety are available.
More information on the Ross Fire, including updates on containment and community impact, can be found through official sources.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 27, 2026 ·
Source: BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News ·
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What is this story about? From Palo Pinto County, Texas: Smoke from the Ross Fire is visible across the Big Country. The fire is burning in Palo Pinto and Jack Counties. Officials have provided an update on the ongoing…
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