The CAL FIRE logo featuring the outline of California, a rising sun, and text reading “California Department of Forestry & Fire Protection – CAL FIRE – Since 1885,” set against a background of wildfire smoke and fire engines.
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Department logo. seal (Photo courtesy San Jose Fire)

UPDATE 3:38 p.m. – Forward progress has been stopped on the Burke Fire south of Ukiah, Cal Fire confirmed Wednesday afternoon.  

According to California Highway Patrol, the grass fire was reported around 1:54 p.m. in the 4800 block of Burke Hill Drive.  

According to the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office, fire personnel will remain on the scene. People should avoid the area.  

The Sheriff’s Office asks residents to visit mendoready.org for wildfire readiness and emergency information. 

Please see below for earlier updates.


MENDOCINO CO., 5/21/25 – Fire crews are responding to a vegetation south of Ukiah called the Burke Fire, the Mendocino Sheriff’s Office confirmed Wednesday.  

According to California Highway Patrol, the fire was reported around 1:54 p.m. in the 4800 block of Burke Hill Drive.  

The Sheriff’s Office asks that people avoid the area. No evacuation warnings or orders are in place.

The Sheriff’s Office asks residents to visit mendoready.org for wildfire readiness and emergency information. 

This is breakings. Updates will be provided when available.  

Sarah Stierch covers breaking news and more for The Mendocino Voice. Reach her at sarah@mendovoice.com.

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