09/04/2026
π¨ LARGE GRASS FIRE IN ELLIS COUNTY π¨
UPDATES:
11:00 PM | September 4, 2026
Crews have left the scene.
Evacuation point has closed
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8:22 PM | September 4, 2026
Alma fire is now approximately 285 acres.
EVACUATION NOTICE RESCINDED
The evacuation notice for residents along FM 85 has been rescinded. Residents may now safely return to their homes.
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6:45 PM | September 4, 2026
Per Texas A&M Forest Service, The fire is now 230 acres and known as the Alma fire. https://tfswildfires.com/public/
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6:00 PM | September 4, 2026
Evacuees may seek shelter at Ennis Cowboy Church, located at:
429 SE Interstate 45 Service Rd.
Ennis, TX 75119
For questions or additional information, please contact Ellis County Emergency Management at 214-813-4608.
Please continue to follow all instructions from first responders and local officials.
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5:25 PM | September 4, 2026
A large grass fire has burned more than 75 acres near Mach Road and FM 85, close to Alma in Ellis County.
Evacuations have been requested in the area, according to the Watch Duty app, citing radio traffic.
β οΈ If you are in or near the affected area, please follow all instructions from first responders and local officials.
Unless you are providing resources or assisting with the response, PLEASE AVOID THIS AREA to allow emergency crews to work safely and efficiently.
We will share additional information as it becomes available.