Update: Morgan Fire burns 25 acres in Contra Costa County

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Updated: 3:18 p.m. July 17

First discovered: Less than an hour ago, 3:14 p.m. July 17

Initial location: Morgan Territory Road and Marsh Creek Road, Mt. Diablo, Contra Costa County, Calif.

Fire unit: Contra Costa Fire Department

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Morgan Fire

Morgan Fire initially started today at 3:14 p.m. at Morgan Territory Road and Marsh Creek Road, Mt. Diablo in Contra Costa County, California.

After being active for less than an hour, it has burned 25 acres, an increase of 25 acres since the last update. At this time, there are no details on the containment or cause of the fire.

Source: Cal Fire

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This story was originally published July 17, 2026 at 3:17 PM.