Breaking: Palmas Fire reported in San Diego County on July 4

Published Jul 5, 2026 #Palmas fire

First discovered: 9 p.m. July 4

Initial location: San Diego County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Palmas

A new wildfire was reported today at 9 p.m. at in San Diego County, California.

Palmas Fire 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