Breaking: New wildfire reported in Merced County on Aug. 8

First discovered: 11:24 a.m. Aug. 8

Initial location: Merced County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Hwy 99 S/ Rd 15 Hwy 99 S On Ramp

A new wildfire was reported today at 11:24 a.m. in Merced County, California.

The wildfire has been burning on private land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center