Breaking: River Fire reported in Humboldt County on July 19

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First discovered: 12:10 a.m. July 19

Initial location: Humboldt County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: River

A new wildfire was reported today at 12:10 a.m. in in Humboldt County, California.

River Fire 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 19, 2026 at 12:37 AM.