Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on May 6

Published May 7, 2026 #Lac-157969 fire

First discovered: 4:25 p.m. May 6

Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: LAC-157969

A new wildfire was reported today at 4:25 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