Alma Active 2026

Started: Sep 4 600 acre 20% contained Wildfire
Near Rice · Ellis County, Texas
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Alma has burned 600 acres, burning 3 miles north of Rice.

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The Alma Fire in Ellis County started during late Friday afternoon on September 4, 2026. Texas A&M Forest Service was requested to provide assistance to local fire departments in the form of additional firefighters, heavy equipment and air resources. Texas A&M Forest Service is in unified command with Ennis and Red Oak fire departments.

1 Days Active
3 mi N From Rice from the fire location
600 Acres Slightly smaller than Central Park 462 football fields
0 Recent Acre Growth 600 acres/day avg over last 1 days
20%
Contained

Alma Live Perimeter Growth

Alma Fire Growth History
Alma Containment History

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