Breaking: Carter Fire reported in Contra Costa County on Aug. 25

Published Aug 25, 2025 #Carter fire

First discovered: 2:49 p.m. Aug. 25

Initial location: Contra Costa County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Carter

A new wildfire was reported today at 2:49 p.m. in Contra Costa County, California.

Carter 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