Breaking: Butler Fire reported in Humboldt County on Aug. 8

Published Aug 8, 2026 #Butler fire

First discovered: 11:07 a.m. Aug. 8

Initial location: Humboldt County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Butler

A new wildfire was reported today at 11:07 a.m. in in Humboldt County, California.

Butler 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