Ross Fire in North Texas Burns 80,000 Acres, 12% Contained with Evacuation Orders

The Ross Fire continues to burn across Palo Pinto and Jack counties in North Texas, having consumed 80,000 acres and reaching 12% containment as of August 26, 2026. Strong northwest winds have compromised parts of the containment line. Evacuation instructions and precautionary advisories remain in effect for residents in affected areas, including Barton Chapel, Berry Dairy, Bryson, and Graford.