Breaking: Murphy Fire reported in Calaveras County on July 5

Published Jul 6, 2025 #Murphy fire

First discovered: 9:19 p.m. July 5

Initial location: Calaveras County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Murphy

A new wildfire was reported today at 9:19 p.m. in Calaveras County, California.

Murphy 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