Breaking: Rich Fire reported in Butte County on April 15

Published Apr 15, 2025 #Rich fire

First discovered: 1:51 p.m. April 15

Initial location: Butte County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Rich

A new wildfire was reported today at 1:51 p.m. in Butte County.

Rich 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