Breaking: River-DeAntonio Fire reported in Modoc County on May 18

Published May 18, 2026 #River-deantonio fire

First discovered: 8:42 a.m. May 18

Initial location: Modoc County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: River-DeAntonio

A new wildfire was reported today at 8:42 a.m. at in Modoc County, California.

River-DeAntonio Fire has been burning on federal land managed by the United States Forest Service. At this time, details about the containment or cause of the fire are unknown.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center