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A massive inferno dubbed the Smokehouse Creek Fire ravages the Texas Panhandle and parts of Oklahoma, spanning nearly 1.1 million acres, the largest fire in Texas history. Visible from space, thermal hotspots linked to the fire are captured by the GOES-16 satellite. Firefighters battle challenging conditions exacerbated by low humidity, dry vegetation, and high winds. Despite some precipitation, containment remains at a mere 3%, with concerns over spreading due to windy forecasts. The fire's origins are under investigation, with significant damage reported, including loss of life, homes, and cattle. This disaster surpasses the 2006 East Amarillo Complex fire, previously Texas's largest at 907,245 acres. #texas #wildfire #oklahoma #latestnews #internationalnews Subscribe to The Times of India's YouTube channel: For daily news & updates and exclusive stories, follow the Times of India Facebook: Instagram: Download the app: Follow the TOI WhatsApp channel: Follow TOI for well-researched and in-depth news and analysis Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:
