Breaking: New wildfire reported in Merced County on July 4

Published Jul 4, 2025 #E sandy mush rd / kahlon rd fire

First discovered: 3:07 p.m. July 4

Initial location: Merced County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: E Sandy Mush Rd / Kahlon Rd

A new wildfire was reported today at 3:07 p.m. in Merced County, California.

The wildfire has been burning on private land. At this time, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it is still undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center