Breaking: Ranch Fire reported in Amador County on Aug. 12

Published Aug 12, 2026 #Bdc/ranch fire

First discovered: 5:51 a.m. Aug. 12

Initial location: Amador County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Ranch

A new wildfire was reported today at 5:51 a.m. in Amador County, California.

Ranch Fire has burned 0.3 acres of private land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center