Overview

• The Midway Fire, named by Cal Fire, erupted near Patterson Pass and Midway roads around 2:51 p.m. on May 22, 2025.
• The fire has grown rapidly, reaching 280 acres by 4:15 p.m., with containment efforts ongoing but still at 0%.
• Firefighters describe the blaze as spreading at a 'moderate to dangerous' rate, with no structures currently threatened.
• The California Highway Patrol has closed both directions of Interstate 580 between Patterson Pass Road and Interstate 205 to ensure public safety.
• The cause of the fire is under investigation, as crews from multiple agencies work to control its spread in dry, windy conditions.