Breaking: New wildfire reported in Placer County on June 5

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First discovered: 4:25 p.m. June 5

Initial location: Placer County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Big Hill Rd Pcf_fowler

A new wildfire was reported today at 4:25 p.m. in in Placer 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 June 5, 2026 at 4:51 PM.