Breaking: Fern Fire reported in Monterey County on July 25

Published Jul 26, 2025 #Fern fire

First discovered: 11:34 p.m. July 25

Initial location: Monterey County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Fern

A new wildfire was reported today at 11:34 p.m. in Monterey County, California.

Fern 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