Breaking: New wildfire reported in Merced County on Oct. 6

Published Oct 7, 2025 #Fruitland av / winton wy fire

First discovered: 6:39 p.m. Oct. 6

Initial location: Merced County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Fruitland Av / Winton Wy

A new wildfire was reported today at 6:39 p.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