Ross Fire Started by Blown Tire | Dallas News

A blown tire on Highway 180 sparked the massive Ross Fire in Palo Pinto, igniting 94,448 acres and destroying 157 homes—though crews saved 453 others. Blame? Dry brush, zero rain for a month, and relentless winds turned this into North Texas’s biggest blaze in years. At 38% contained, firefighters from across Texas battle the flames as officials urge everyone to avoid outdoor sparks—no bonfires, no risk-taking. 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/f624b7d116d6d66d