Breaking: Tunnel Fire reported in Contra Costa County on July 5

Published Jul 5, 2026 #Tunnel fire

First discovered: 12:42 a.m. July 5

Initial location: Contra Costa County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Tunnel

A new wildfire was reported today at 12:42 a.m. in in Contra Costa County, California.

Tunnel 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