Breaking: Cherry Flat Fire reported in Humboldt County on June 27

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First discovered: 12:01 a.m. June 27

Initial location: Humboldt County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Cherry Flat

A new wildfire was reported today at 12:01 a.m. at in Humboldt County, California.

Cherry Flat Fire has been burning on federal land managed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. At this time, there are no details on the containment or cause of the fire.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center

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This story was originally published June 27, 2026 at 12:31 AM.