Breaking: Pinkston Fire reported in Butte County on Aug. 26

Published Aug 26, 2025 #Pinkston fire

First discovered: 10:45 a.m. Aug. 26

Initial location: Butte County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Pinkston

A new wildfire was reported today at 10:45 a.m. in Butte County, California.

Pinkston Fire 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