Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on May 21

Published May 21, 2026 #Lac-176634 fire

First discovered: 10:33 a.m. May 21

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: LAC-176634

A new wildfire was reported today at 10:33 a.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