Breaking: Matas Fire reported in Nevada County on July 14

Published Jul 15, 2026 #Matas fire

First discovered: 5:28 p.m. July 14

Initial location: Nevada County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Matas

A new wildfire was reported today at 5:28 p.m. in in Nevada County, California.

Matas 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