Breaking: Hess Fire reported in Contra Costa County on Aug. 28

Published Aug 28, 2025 #Hess fire

First discovered: 7:07 a.m. Aug. 28

Initial location: Contra Costa County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Hess

A new wildfire was reported today at 7:07 a.m. in Contra Costa County, California.

Hess 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