Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on April 8

Published Apr 8, 2026 #Lac-123246 fire

First discovered: 3:36 p.m. April 8

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: LAC-123246

A new wildfire was reported today at 3:36 p.m. at in Los Angeles County, California.

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