Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on April 21

Published Apr 21, 2026 #Lac-138836 fire

First discovered: 12:55 a.m. April 21

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: LAC-138836

A new wildfire was reported today at 12:55 a.m. at in Los Angeles County, California.

The wildfire 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