Breaking: New wildfire reported in Merced County on June 16

Published Jun 17, 2025 #Sullivan rd / whitworth rd fire

First discovered: 3:41 p.m. June 16

Initial location: Merced County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Sullivan Rd / Whitworth Rd

A new wildfire was reported today at 3:41 p.m. in Merced County.

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