Breaking: Rio Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Aug. 21

Published Aug 21, 2025 #Rio fire

First discovered: 5:13 a.m. Aug. 21

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Rio

A new wildfire was reported today at 5:13 a.m. in Los Angeles County, California.

Rio Fire has been burning on private land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center