Breaking: New wildfire reported in Butte County on April 16

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First discovered: 11:03 a.m. April 16

Initial location: Butte County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Eb Hwy 70 N_oroville

A new wildfire was reported today at 11:03 a.m. at in Butte 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 April 16, 2026 at 11:31 AM.