Breaking: New wildfire reported in Merced County on July 10

Published Jul 11, 2025 #Hwy 140 w/ central av fire

First discovered: 5:58 p.m. July 10

Initial location: Merced County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Hwy 140 W/ Central Av

A new wildfire was reported today at 5:58 p.m. in Merced County, California.

The wildfire 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