Breaking: New wildfire reported in Humboldt County on April 24

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First discovered: 1:59 p.m. April 24

Initial location: Humboldt County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Centerville Beach Ferndale

A new wildfire was reported today at 1:59 p.m. at in Humboldt 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 24, 2026 at 2:46 PM.