Breaking: Childs Fire reported in Merced County on June 4

Published Jun 4, 2025 #Childs fire

First discovered: 12:02 p.m. June 4

Initial location: Merced County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Childs

A new wildfire was reported today at 12:02 p.m. in Merced County.

Childs 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