Breaking: Baldy Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Aug. 1

Published Aug 1, 2026 #Baldy fire

First discovered: 10:44 a.m. Aug. 1

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Baldy

A new wildfire was reported today at 10:44 a.m. in in Los Angeles County, California.

Baldy Fire 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