Breaking: New wildfire reported in Merced County on Aug. 17

Published Aug 17, 2025 #I5 n/ henry miller rd overpass fire

First discovered: 11:33 a.m. Aug. 17

Initial location: Merced County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: I5 N/ Henry Miller Rd Overpass

A new wildfire was reported today at 11:33 a.m. in Merced County, California.

The wildfire has been burning on private land. Currently, there is no data on the containment status of the fire and the cause has yet to be determined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center