Breaking: New wildfire reported in Merced County on July 4

Published Jul 4, 2026 #Turner island rd / hwy 152 w fire

First discovered: 9:49 a.m. July 4

Initial location: Merced County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Turner Island Rd / Hwy 152 W

A new wildfire was reported today at 9:49 a.m. in 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