Breaking: Laurel Fire reported in Santa Cruz County on Sep. 24

Published Sep 25, 2025 #Laurel fire

First discovered: 5:03 p.m. Sep. 24

Initial location: Santa Cruz County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Laurel

A new wildfire was reported today at 5:03 p.m. in Santa Cruz County, California.

Laurel 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