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

Published Jul 8, 2026 #Lac-237845 fire

First discovered: 3:37 a.m. July 8

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: LAC-237845

A new wildfire was reported today at 3:37 a.m. at in Los Angeles County, California.

The wildfire has been burning on federal land managed by the U.S. Department of Defence. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center