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Why is the massive North Texas wildfire called the Ross Fire? How wildfires get their names — Photo: CBS DFW

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Why is the massive North Texas wildfire called the Ross Fire? How wildfires get their names

August 31, 2026 / 11:20 AM CDT / CBS Texas.

By Matthew Ablon ·3 hr ago

August 31, 2026 / 11:20 AM CDT / CBS Texas.

The massive Ross Fire in North Texas has now torched thousands of acres of land across two counties after a week of burning.

As of Monday morning, the blaze remains around 31% contained.

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