Breaking: Shell Fire reported in Fresno County on April 21

Published Apr 21, 2026 #Shell fire

First discovered: 9:41 a.m. April 21

Initial location: Fresno County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Shell

A new wildfire was reported today at 9:41 a.m. at in Fresno County, California.

Shell 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