Breaking: Cowell Fire reported in San Mateo County on Aug. 14

Published Aug 14, 2026 #Cowell fire

First discovered: 11:45 a.m. Aug. 14

Initial location: San Mateo County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Cowell

A new wildfire was reported today at 11:45 a.m. in San Mateo County, California.

Cowell Fire has been burning on private land. There is no update on the containment progress of the fire and its cause has yet to be determined.

There is currently no information on the containment of the fire.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center