Breaking: New wildfire reported in Merced County on June 18

Published Jun 18, 2025 #N shaffer rd / oakdale rd fire

First discovered: 1:16 p.m. June 18

Initial location: Merced County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: N Shaffer Rd / Oakdale Rd

A new wildfire was reported today at 1:16 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