Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on May 18

Published May 18, 2025 #Lac-173152 fire

First discovered: 3:03 p.m. May 18

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: LAC-173152

A new wildfire was reported today at 3:03 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