Breaking: Emerald Fire reported in Trinity County on Aug. 25

Published Aug 25, 2025 #Emerald fire

First discovered: 10:35 a.m. Aug. 25

Initial location: Trinity County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Emerald

A new wildfire was reported today at 10:35 a.m. in Trinity County, California.

Emerald Fire has been burning on federal land managed by the United States Forest Service. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center