Madera Fire near Temecula fully contained
The Madera Fire in Temecula ignited on the morning of July 10, 2025. (Photo courtesy @deadbrokeinvest on X) (Photo courtesy @deadbrokeinvest on X)
TEMECULA, Calif. - Firefighters knocked down a wind-driven fire that ignited in Riverside County on Thursday morning.
What we know:
Cal Fire said the fire was reported at 9:33 a.m. Thursday, July 10 at Paruba Road and Winner's Circle in the unincorporated part of Temecula.
As the fire continued to spread, additional ground and air resources were called in to assist.
By 9:30 p.m. on Friday, Cal Fire announced that the Madera Fire had been 100% contained, burning 19 acres.
The Madera Fire is the latest fire to erupt in the Inland Empire in recent weeks as warm temperatures and dry conditions dominate the forecast.
No evacuations were issued.
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The Source: This story used information provided by Cal Fire and the Watch Duty Incident Commander.