Crews Battle Large Grass Fire in Ellis County

Multiple fire departments responded to a large grass fire Tuesday afternoon in Ellis County.

Officials said the fire was located in the area of Grays Creek and Whitfill Road, south of Ennis.

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At one point the fire covered at least 300 or 400 acres.

Ellis County officials said high winds risked spreading the fire toward structures, but the situation is now under control.

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Texas Sky Ranger flew over the fire and noticed at least one structure that was burned in the fire.