"This fire is notable for its rapid initial spread to over 30 acres within a few hours of discovery, indicating a potentially aggressive fire that could threaten nearby communities if conditions worsen."
The ORCHARD wildfire was discovered on 2026-09-19 at 18:50:01 in San Bernardino County, California. As of the latest update at 23:00:03, the fire has burned 31.25 acres with no containment reported. The cause remains undetermined and no jurisdictional agency has been identified. Current fire behavior and weather conditions are not reported, so the situation remains largely unknown beyond the initial acreage.
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Hesperia. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed through local authorities, avoid the area if possible, and be prepared to evacuate if conditions change.
IRWIN ID: {1C6E9F86-E52C-4581-8FF3-546AFA4BE8FD}
Discovered: Sep 19, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Coordinates: 34.4634, -117.0585
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The ORCHARD Fire has burned 31 acres as of September 19, 2026.
The ORCHARD Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The ORCHARD Fire is burning in San Bernardino, CA.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the ORCHARD Fire remains active.
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