Breaking: Francis Fire reported in San Luis Obispo County on July 4

Published Jul 5, 2025 #Francis fire

First discovered: 9:29 p.m. July 4

Initial location: San Luis Obispo County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Francis

A new wildfire was reported today at 9:29 p.m. in San Luis Obispo County, California.

Francis Fire has been burning on private land. There is no update on the containment progress of the fire and its cause has not yet been determined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center