Breaking: Van Buren Fire reported in Riverside County on Jan. 13

Published Jan 14, 2026 #Van buren fire

First discovered: 7:22 p.m. Jan. 13

Initial location: Riverside County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Van Buren

A new wildfire was reported today at 7:22 p.m. in Riverside County, California.

Van Buren 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