Breaking: Smith Fire reported in Stanislaus County on July 20

Published Jul 20, 2026 #Blacksmith fire

First discovered: 10:36 a.m. July 20

Initial location: Stanislaus County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Smith

A new wildfire was reported today at 10:36 a.m. at in Stanislaus 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