Breaking: Ruth Zenia Fire reported in Trinity County on April 19

Published Apr 20, 2026 #Ruth zenia fire

First discovered: 4:19 p.m. April 19

Initial location: Trinity County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Ruth Zenia

A new wildfire was reported today at 4:19 p.m. at in Trinity County, California.

Ruth Zenia Fire has been burning on federal land managed by the United States Forest Service. At this time, there is no data on the containment status of the fire and the cause has yet to be determined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center