Breaking: Red Bud Fire reported in Humboldt County on Feb. 2

Published Feb 3, 2026 #Red bud fire

First discovered: 4:35 p.m. Feb. 2

Initial location: Humboldt County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Red Bud

A new wildfire was reported today at 4:35 p.m. in in Humboldt County, California.

Red Bud Fire 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