Breaking: Volta Rd / I5 Cross Fire reported in Merced County on July 17

Published Jul 17, 2025 #Volta rd / i5 cross fire

First discovered: 2 p.m. July 17

Initial location: Merced County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Volta Rd / I5 Cross

A new wildfire was reported today at 2 p.m. in Merced County, California.

Volta Rd / I5 Cross 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