Breaking: New wildfire reported in Madera County on April 19

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First discovered: 10:46 p.m. April 19

Initial location: Madera County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Hwy 99 N/ Ave 7 Hwy 99 N On Ramp

A new wildfire was reported today at 10:46 p.m. at in Madera County, California.

The wildfire has been burning on private land. There is no update on the containment progress of the fire and its cause has not yet been determined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center

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This story was originally published April 19, 2026 at 11:36 PM.