Breaking: Encina Fire reported in San Luis Obispo County on May 15

Published May 16, 2026 #Encina fire

First discovered: 5:15 p.m. May 15

Initial location: San Luis Obispo County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Encina

A new wildfire was reported today at 5:15 p.m. at in San Luis Obispo County, California.

Encina 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