Ross Fire Grows to 80K Acres Near Bryson | Amarillo News

The Ross Fire in Palo Pinto County has exploded to over 80,000 acres overnight, fueled by shifting winds and now just 12% contained. Burning near Possum Kingdom Lake, it’s threatened towns like Graford, Bryson, and Palo Pinto — though crews narrowly saved Bryson with fire retardant, heavy equipment, and brush clearing. Some homes are gone, 350 residents were evacuated (now cleared), and smoke is drifting toward Mineral Wells. Officials urge cash donations only — they’re overwhelmed with supplies — and updates are still coming as teams battle the blaze. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/616c4b4e4beaba83