Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on May 23

Published May 23, 2026 #Lac-179392 fire

First discovered: 12:45 p.m. May 23

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: LAC-179392

A new wildfire was reported today at 12:45 p.m. in 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