Breaking: Deer Fire reported in Madera County on Aug. 7

Published Aug 8, 2026 #Deer fire

First discovered: 5:15 p.m. Aug. 7

Initial location: Madera County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Deer

A new wildfire was reported today at 5:15 p.m. at in Madera County, California.

Deer 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