Breaking: Smith Fire reported in Calaveras County on April 6

Published Apr 6, 2026 #Blacksmith fire

First discovered: 1:09 p.m. April 6

Initial location: Calaveras County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Smith

A new wildfire was reported today at 1:09 p.m. in in Calaveras County, California.

Smith 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