Breaking: Crest Fire reported in Kern County on Aug. 3

Published Aug 3, 2026 #Hillcrest fire

First discovered: 8:58 a.m. Aug. 3

Initial location: Kern County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Crest

A new wildfire was reported today at 8:58 a.m. in in Kern County, California.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center