Breaking: Watkins Fire reported in Mendocino County on July 30

Published Jul 30, 2025 #Watkins fire

First discovered: 3:21 p.m. July 30

Initial location: Mendocino County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Watkins

A new wildfire was reported today at 3:21 p.m. in Mendocino County, California.

Watkins 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