Breaking: New wildfire reported in Madera County on Aug. 22

Published Aug 22, 2025 #Hwy 99 n/ ave 12 overpass fire

First discovered: 2:47 p.m. Aug. 22

Initial location: Madera County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Hwy 99 N/ Ave 12 Overpass

A new wildfire was reported today at 2:47 p.m. in Madera County, California.

The wildfire has been burning on private land. At this time, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it is still undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center