Breaking: Billy Fire reported in Merced County on May 22

Published May 22, 2025 #Billy fire

First discovered: 8:40 a.m. May 22

Initial location: Merced County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Billy

A new wildfire was reported today at 8:40 a.m. in Merced County.

Billy 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