Breaking: Hazel Fire reported in Madera County on Feb. 26

Published Feb 26, 2026 #Hazel fire

First discovered: 10:06 a.m. Feb. 26

Initial location: Madera County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Hazel

A new wildfire was reported today at 10:06 a.m. at in Madera County, California.

Hazel 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