Breaking: Baker Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Aug. 5

Published Aug 5, 2026 #Baker fire

First discovered: 11:19 a.m. Aug. 5

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Baker

A new wildfire was reported today at 11:19 a.m. at in Los Angeles County, California.

Baker Fire has been burning on private land. At this time, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it is still undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center