Breaking: Mitchell Fire reported in Calaveras County on March 15

Published Mar 16, 2026 #Mitchell fire

First discovered: 9:36 p.m. March 15

Initial location: Calaveras County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Mitchell

A new wildfire was reported today at 9:36 p.m. at in Calaveras County, California.

Mitchell 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