Breaking: Norton Fire reported in Humboldt County on July 29

Published Jul 29, 2026 #Norton fire

First discovered: 9:52 a.m. July 29

Initial location: Humboldt County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Norton

A new wildfire was reported today at 9:52 a.m. at in Humboldt County, California.

Norton Fire has been burning on county land. There is no information on the containment of the fire and its cause has not yet been determined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center