Breaking: Hamilton Fire reported in Butte County on May 23

Published May 24, 2025 #Hamilton fire

First discovered: 8:35 p.m. May 23

Initial location: Butte County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Hamilton

A new wildfire was reported today at 8:35 p.m. in Butte County.

Hamilton 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