Breaking: Mckay Fire reported in Modoc County on Aug. 28

Published Aug 28, 2025 #Mckay fire

First discovered: 1:56 p.m. Aug. 28

Initial location: Modoc County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Mckay

A new wildfire was reported today at 1:56 p.m. in Modoc County, California.

Mckay Fire has been burning on federal land managed by the United States Forest Service. The cause of the fire is believed to be of natural origin. At this time, there are no details on the containment of the fire.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center