Breaking: New wildfire reported in Merced County on July 30

Published Jul 31, 2025 #W sandy mush rd / nickel rd fire

First discovered: 6:12 p.m. July 30

Initial location: Merced County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: W Sandy Mush Rd / Nickel Rd

A new wildfire was reported today at 6:12 p.m. in Merced County, California.

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

Source: National Interagency Fire Center