Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on May 16

Published May 16, 2025 #Lac-170712 fire

First discovered: 1:19 p.m. May 16

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: LAC-170712

A new wildfire was reported today at 1:19 p.m. in Los Angeles County.

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