Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Feb. 8

Published Feb 9, 2026 #Lac-048630 fire

First discovered: 11:21 p.m. Feb. 8

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: LAC-048630

A new wildfire was reported today at 11:21 p.m. at in Los Angeles County, California.

The wildfire has been burning on federal land managed by the United States Forest Service. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center