Breaking: Jackson Fire reported in Kern County on Aug. 24

Published Aug 25, 2025 #Jackson fire

First discovered: 19 hours ago, 5 p.m. Aug. 24

Initial location: Kern County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Jackson

A new wildfire was reported 5 p.m. Aug. 24 in Kern County, California.

Jackson Fire has been burning on federal land managed by the United States Forest Service for 19 hours. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center