Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on May 18

Published May 19, 2026 #Lac-173158 fire

First discovered: 3:55 p.m. May 18

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: LAC-173158

A new wildfire was reported today at 3:55 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