New prescribed fire started in Mendocino County on Jan. 5

Published Jan 6, 2026 #Bob woods west rx fire

Started: 5:24 p.m. Jan. 5

Initial location: Mendocino County, Calif.

Fire type: Prescribed

Fire name: Bob Woods West

A new prescribed burn, named Bob Woods West, was initiated today at 5:24 p.m. in Mendocino County, California.

The prescribed fire has been burning on state land.

Currently, there are no specifics as to how much land has been burned or the size of the crew executing the prescribed fire.

Prescribed fire (prescribed burn) is a wildfire prevention method that involves burning an area of land in a controlled manner to minimize the risk of catastrophic wildfires.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center