Breaking: Rowlee Fire reported in Kern County on May 14

Published May 15, 2026 #Rowlee fire

First discovered: 2 hours ago, 4:14 p.m. May 14

Initial location: Kern County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Rowlee

A new wildfire was reported today at 4:14 p.m. at in Kern County, California.

Rowlee Fire has been burning on private land for two hours. At this time, there are no details on the containment or cause of the fire.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center