| Mad River Complex Fire | |
| Date: | – |
| Location: | Trinity County, California |
| Area: | 73137acres |
| Cause: | Lightning Strike |
The Mad River Complex Fire was a group of fires during the 2015 California wildfire season. The fires started on July 30, 2015, in Trinity County due to lightning strikes. It burned 73,137 acres.[1] Some of the fuels involved were dry from the drought in the area, making them easier to burn.[2] The River Complex Fire was part of this fire, making it a "complex" fire. It was contained on September 13, 2015.