Breaking: Ackerson Fire reported in Tuolumne County on Aug. 12

Published Aug 12, 2026 #Ackerson fire

First discovered: 8:03 a.m. Aug. 12

Initial location: Tuolumne County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Ackerson

A new wildfire was reported today at 8:03 a.m. in Tuolumne County, California.

Ackerson Fire has burned one acre of federal land managed by the National Park Service. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center