Breaking: Carter Fire reported in Madera County on Aug. 26

Published Aug 28, 2025 #Carter fire

First discovered: 48 hours ago, 7:16 a.m. Aug. 26

Initial location: Madera County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Carter

A new wildfire was reported 7:16 a.m. Aug. 26 in Madera County, California.

Carter Fire has been burning on federal land managed by the United States Forest Service for 48 hours. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center