# Ross Fire wildfire in North Texas

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ross-fire-wildfire-in-north-texas
> Updated: 2026-09-08T21:19:54.000Z. Sources: 21. Developments: 4.

The Ross Fire, one of the largest wildfires in North Texas history, continues to burn across approximately 90,400 acres in Palo Pinto and Jack counties. While the blaze has destroyed 167 structures, including 18 occupied homes, containment efforts have increased to approximately 57%.

Containment progress has been aided by increased humidity and slightly lower temperatures brought by Tropical Storm Edouard. However, firefighting crews face ongoing challenges, including intense heat in specific hotspots that prevents ground crews from breaking through, the risk of reburn from scorched timber, and strong southeasterly winds. 

The region is currently enduring a severe dry spell, with more than 53 days without measurable rain, marking the seventh-longest stretch on record for the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Investigators have determined the fire was sparked by a vehicle or equipment along a road, though the specific cause remains undetermined. Texas Division of Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd indicated that it could take several more weeks to fully extinguish the fire.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: Ross Fire continues to burn across 90,000 acres in North Texas

The Ross Fire has burned over 90,000 acres in North Texas. Despite reaching 57% containment due to recent tropical storm activity, extreme heat and drought continue to hamper firefighting efforts.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ross-fire-continues-to-burn-across-90000-acres-in-north-texas

### 2026-09-04: Ross Fire burns 90,400 acres in Texas

The Ross Fire in Texas has burned over 90,400 acres and destroyed 167 structures. The blaze was determined to be human-caused amid a record-breaking U.S. wildfire season.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ross-fire-burns-90400-acres-in-texas

### 2026-09-01: Ross Fire burns 90,000 acres in North Texas

The Ross Fire has burned over 90,000 acres in North Texas, destroying 157 structures. Officials believe the blaze was human-caused, likely due to a tire blowout on Highway 180.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ross-fire-burns-90000-acres-in-north-texas

### 2026-08-25: Ross Fire burns over 80,000 acres in North Texas

The Ross Fire has burned over 80,000 acres in North Texas, becoming one of the region's largest wildfires. It has destroyed structures, including a historic Scout camp, and prompted multiple evacuations.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ross-fire-consumes-50000-acres-in-texas-destroying-homes-and-ranch-structures

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