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

Published Aug 9, 2026 #Lac-280362 fire

First discovered: 4:21 p.m. Aug. 8

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: LAC-280362

A new wildfire was reported today at 4:21 p.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