Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Joaquin County on July 17

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First discovered: 3:19 p.m. July 17

Initial location: San Joaquin County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: E Liberty Rd /n Mackville Rd

A new wildfire was reported today at 3:19 p.m. in in San Joaquin County, California.

The wildfire has been burning on private land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center

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This story was originally published July 17, 2026 at 3:48 PM.