Evacuation Warnings Expand Into San Bernardino County
Pinon Hills, Calif. (Inland Empire New Online) – Firefighters continue battling the fast-moving Summit Fire burning in the Angeles National Forest after the wildfire expanded to approximately 2,581 acres on Friday, July 10, 2026. The blaze has prompted evacuation warnings in portions of San Bernardino County, including Piñon Hills and Wrightwood, as strong fire behavior, difficult terrain, and rapid rates of spread continue to challenge suppression efforts. Air resources remain heavily engaged while crews work to protect homes and critical infrastructure along the Los Angeles-San Bernardino county line.
Top Areas Covered
- Summit Fire grows to 2,581 acres
- Evacuation orders and warnings
- Piñon Hills and Wrightwood impacts
- Firefighting resources and aerial response
- Shelter and animal evacuation information
- Smoke advisory and air quality
- Wildfire history in the Angeles National Forest
Fire Continues Rapid Growth
The Summit Fire ignited shortly before 1 p.m. Friday near Jesus Canyon Road and East Avenue Z in the Llano area of northern Los Angeles County. What began as a relatively small brush fire quickly expanded from approximately 600 acres to more than 1,600 acres before reaching its current estimated size of 2,581 acres.
Fire officials report the blaze is burning with a rapid rate of spread, threatening structures in and around the fire area. Rugged terrain, limited access, dry vegetation, and steep hillsides have complicated firefighting operations and slowed containment efforts.
More than 10 air tankers have been assigned to the incident, with additional aerial resources requested to support ground crews. Aircraft continue dropping fire retardant while helicopters conduct water-dropping operations to slow the fire’s advance toward populated areas.
Evacuation Orders Remain in Los Angeles County
Mandatory evacuation orders remain in place for portions of northern Los Angeles County, including:
- Zone LAC-E107
- Zone LAC-E127-C
Evacuation warnings remain active for:
- LAC-E126-A
- LAC-E127-A
- LAC-E127-B
- LAC-E128-A
- LAC-E1340
Residents in these areas should remain prepared to leave immediately if conditions worsen.
San Bernardino County Under Evacuation Warnings
As the fire continued spreading eastward, officials expanded evacuation warnings into neighboring San Bernardino County.
Warnings are now in effect for:
- Piñon Hills Zone PIN005
- Piñon Hills Zone PIN006
- Wrightwood Zone WWD03
Although no mandatory evacuation orders have been issued for San Bernardino County at this time, emergency officials strongly encourage residents with horses, livestock, and other animals to relocate early before road conditions become congested or fire activity intensifies.
Fire crews remain focused on protecting homes and slowing the fire’s progression toward mountain communities.
Shelters Available
Officials have opened evacuation resources for displaced residents.
Evacuation Shelter
- Antelope Valley Family YMCA
- 43001 10th Street West
- Lancaster, California
- Small pets accepted
- Phone: 661-723-9622
Animal Shelter
- Los Angeles County Animal Care Center
- 38550 Sierra Highway
- Palmdale, California
- Accepts small animals
- Phone: 661-575-2888
Smoke Advisory Issued
The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued a smoke advisory through 5 p.m. Saturday for much of the South Coast Air Basin.
Current air quality ranges from Good to Moderate, but officials caution that smoke conditions can change rapidly depending on wind direction and fire activity.
Children, older adults, and individuals with asthma or other respiratory conditions are encouraged to limit prolonged outdoor activity if smoke becomes visible in their communities.
Wildfire Threat Continues Across Southern California
The Summit Fire is another reminder of the growing wildfire threat facing Southern California during the summer fire season. Dry fuels, low humidity, high temperatures, and gusty afternoon winds frequently create conditions that allow small vegetation fires to grow rapidly into large incidents.
The Angeles National Forest has experienced numerous significant wildfires over the past two decades, including the 2009 Station Fire and the 2020 Bobcat Fire, both of which burned hundreds of thousands of acres and threatened mountain communities throughout Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties. Those fires underscored the importance of early evacuations, aggressive aerial firefighting, and coordinated responses among local, state, and federal agencies.
Emergency officials continue monitoring the Summit Fire closely as crews work to slow its advance and protect lives and property.
Residents are urged to remain alert, monitor official emergency notifications, review evacuation plans, and check current evacuation maps before traveling into affected areas.
