Breaking: Rex Fire reported in Nevada County on April 4

Published Apr 4, 2026 #Rex fire

First discovered: 12:26 p.m. April 4

Initial location: Nevada County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Rex

A new wildfire was reported today at 12:26 p.m. in in Nevada County, California.

Rex 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