Update: Willow Fire burns 263 acres in Kern County

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Updated: 5:19 p.m. May 10

First discovered: 3 hours ago, 2:02 p.m. May 10

Initial location: 120th St W & Rosamond Blvd, Rosamond, Kern County, Calif.

Fire unit: Kern County Fire Department

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Willow Fire

Willow Fire initially started today at 2:02 p.m. at 120th St W & Rosamond Blvd, Rosamond in Kern County, California.

After being active for three hours, it has burned 263 acres. At this time, details about the containment of the fire are unknown.

Source: Cal Fire

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This story was originally published May 10, 2026 at 5:12 PM.