Breaking: Mint Fire reported in Madera County on May 16

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First discovered: 2 hours ago, 7:34 p.m. May 16

Initial location: Madera County, Calif.

Fire unit: Cal Fire Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Mint Fire

A new wildfire was reported today at 7:34 p.m. at in Madera County, California.

Since its discovery two hours ago, Mint Fire has burned 15 acres. Currently, details about the containment of the fire are unknown.

Source: Cal Fire

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This story was originally published May 16, 2026 at 10:47 PM.