"This fire is notable due to the significant resources committed, with an estimated cost of $1.4 million."
The FIELDS wildfire is located in Merced County, California, approximately 37.528028066355 latitude and -120.42969587999 longitude. The fire is reported to be 1280 acres in size, with 100% containment as of the latest update. The fire's cause is currently undetermined. The fire behavior has been minimal, with occasional spotting and smoldering. The fire was first reported on July 23, 2026, at 20:46:16, and the jurisdictional agency is currently unknown. The situation has remained relatively stable, with no growth in size and continued containment.
Official source description: 10 Miles NW from SNELLING, CA
Minimal; Spotting; Smoldering
General wildfire safety guidance applies, as the fire behavior is currently minimal with occasional spotting and smoldering.
IRWIN ID: {896FD68A-9817-4DB6-8D11-082E5AD32B5E}
Discovered: Jul 23, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Est. Cost to Date: $1,400,000
Coordinates: 37.528, -120.4297
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The FIELDS Fire has burned 1,280 acres as of August 7, 2026.
Yes, the FIELDS Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The FIELDS Fire is burning in Merced, CA.
No, the FIELDS Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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