Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on May 19

Published May 20, 2026 #Lac-174623 fire

First discovered: 6:17 p.m. May 19

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: LAC-174623

A new wildfire was reported today at 6:17 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