Ross Fire in Texas could be burning for ‘days and days,’ official says

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The Ross Fire continues to burn in North Texas, scorching more than 80,000 acres across Palo Pinto and Jack counties while remaining just 12% contained.Ross Fire LatestAs of Thursday morning, the Ross Fire is still burning, with nearly 200 firefighters spread across Palo Pinto and Jack counties continuing to work long hours to try and contain the flames.There have been no updates from the Texas A&M Forest Service on the size of the fire and level of containment since Wednesday afternoon.On Wednesday, the weather did start to cooperate, but there’s still a long fight ahead. One official said it’s looking like "days and days."Voluntary evacuation orders remain in place for parts of both counties. No new evacuation orders were issued overnight.No injuries have been reported.A spokesperson for the Texas A&M Forest Service said more resources are heading to the fire zone."So, the firefighters, how are the increments? How long will they work before they’re able to take breaks?" a rep
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