Breaking: New wildfire reported in Ventura County on May 16

Published May 16, 2025 #Lac-170543 fire

First discovered: 10:57 a.m. May 16

Initial location: Ventura County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: LAC-170543

A new wildfire was reported today at 10:57 a.m. in Ventura County.

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