Breaking: Mad Fire reported in Madera County on April 18

Published Apr 19, 2025 #Mad fire

First discovered: 3 hours ago, 3:23 p.m. April 18

Initial location: On Avenue 6 near North Madera Avenue, Madera County, Calif.

Fire unit: Cal Fire Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Mad Fire

A new wildfire was reported today at 3:23 p.m. in Madera County.

After being active for three hours, Mad Fire has burned 25 acres. At this time, there are no details on the containment of the fire.

Source: Cal Fire