Breaking: New wildfire reported in Merced County on March 5

Published Mar 6, 2026 #Hwy 140 w/n santa fe grade fire

First discovered: 3:38 p.m. March 5

Initial location: Merced County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Hwy 140 W/n Santa Fe Grade

A new wildfire was reported today at 3:38 p.m. in in Merced County, California.

The wildfire has been burning on state land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center