Breaking: Morton Fire reported in Riverside County on April 8

Published Apr 9, 2025 #Morton fire

First discovered: 9:30 p.m. April 8

Initial location: Riverside County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Morton

A new wildfire was reported today at 9:30 p.m. in Riverside County.

Morton 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