Breaking: New wildfire reported in Madera County on April 21

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First discovered: 12:50 a.m. April 21

Initial location: Madera County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Ave 17 Hwy 99 N On Ramp / Hwy 99 N

A new wildfire was reported today at 12:50 a.m. at in Madera County, California.

The wildfire has been burning on private land. Currently, there is no data indicating the containment progress of the fire and its cause has yet to be determined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center

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This story was originally published April 21, 2026 at 1:55 AM.