"This fire is notable for its rapid containment of a large 2,690-acre blaze, achieving 100% containment with minimal active behavior and a relatively small number of personnel, demonstrating effective firefighting response."
The SUMMIT wildfire, located in Los Angeles County, California, was discovered on July 10, 2026, and as of the latest update on August 28, 2026, it has burned 2,690 acres and is 100% contained. The cause remains undetermined and the jurisdictional agency is not specified. Current fire behavior is described as minimal, smoldering, and backing, indicating that the fire is largely inactive. Over the course of the timeline, the fire grew to its final size and achieved full containment, with 7 personnel involved in the final containment efforts and an estimated cost of $12,700,000.
Official source description: 7 Miles W from Pinon Hills, CA
Minimal; Smoldering; Backing
Given the fire’s minimal and smoldering behavior with full containment, general wildfire safety guidance applies, but residents should remain aware of any potential re-ignition risks and follow any local advisories.
IRWIN ID: {5A2DB248-4450-48D2-925C-0B1404F927A8}
Discovered: Jul 10, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Est. Cost to Date: $12,700,000
Coordinates: 34.455, -117.686
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The SUMMIT Fire has burned 2,690 acres as of August 28, 2026.
Yes, the SUMMIT Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The SUMMIT Fire is burning in Los Angeles, CA.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the SUMMIT Fire remains active.
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