Update: Helen Fire burns one acre in San Bernardino County

Published Jul 17, 2026 #Helen fire

Updated: 1:20 p.m. July 17

First discovered: 2 hours ago, 10:44 a.m. July 17

Initial location: San Bernardino County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Helen

Helen Fire initially started today at 10:44 a.m. in San Bernardino County, California.

It has burned one acre of private land after being active for two hours. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center