Uncontrolled Gun Fire Ravages 10 Acres Close to Millerton Lake, Remains Unchecked
News Article: Wildfire Breaks Out in Fresno County, California
A wildfire, known as the Gun Fire, started near Sky Harbour Road and Millerton Road in Fresno County, California, on August 10, 2025. The fire is burning in an area of annual grass and oak woodland, and as of 11:30 a.m., it had burned approximately 10 acres.
The fire was first reported around 11 a.m. on Sunday, and smoke from it was visible on the Owens Mountain camera. As of the latest update, the fire remains uncontained.
CAL FIRE officials predict that the fire could grow to 50 acres, but this is subject to change. No structures are currently threatened by the fire. Aircraft and ground crews from the CAL FIRE Fresno-Kings Unit are actively working to extinguish the fire.
The cause of the Gun Fire wildfire is currently under investigation, with no official determination made as of the latest updates. The fire is located near Millerton Lake, and it is worth noting that the wildfire is close to the popular tourist destination.
The Gun Fire wildfire comes as California continues to grapple with wildfire season. As this is a developing story, the latest details can be found on our platform. We will continue to provide updates as they become available.
Environmental scientists are monitoring the Gun Fire wildfire in Fresno County, California, as it moves through an area of annual grass and oak woodland, with weather conditions playing a critical role in its spread. The fire's potential growth to 50 acres, predicted by CAL FIRE officials, could be impacted by future weather patterns.
