Breaking: Benton Fire reported in Riverside County on April 20

Published Apr 21, 2025 #Benton fire

First discovered: 4:10 p.m. April 20

Initial location: Riverside County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Benton

A new wildfire was reported today at 4:10 p.m. in Riverside County.

Benton 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