Breaking: Lambert Fire reported in Orange County on May 4

Published May 5, 2026 #Lambert fire

First discovered: 4:25 p.m. May 4

Initial location: Orange County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Lambert

A new wildfire was reported today at 4:25 p.m. at in Orange County, California.

Lambert 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