A wildfire burning near Avenue 7 1/2 and River Drive in Madera Valley has scorched 20 acres with zero containment as of Thursday, June 12, 2025, afternoon. (CalFire)
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Update on June 12, 2025 at 12:41 p.m.
CalFire reported that the fire has grown to 20 acres.
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A wildfire that sparked Wednesday in Madera County continued to burn out of control Thursday morning, according to CalFire.
The blaze, known as the River Fire, broke out near Avenue 7 1/2 and River Drive in the Madera Valley area near Firebaugh.
As of 8:53 a.m. Thursday, the fire had scorched 12 acres with 0% containment.
No injuries or fatalities have been reported, and officials have not confirmed any damage to structures.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. CalFire’s Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit is leading the response in unified command.
Officials are urging residents in the area to remain alert as crews continue to battle the flames.
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