Palos

Forward progress stopped and all evacuation orders lifted in La Habra Heights

The fire ignited in La Habra Heights near Lupin Hill Road and Las Palomas Drive, spreading through hillside brush along North Casalero Drive. Firefighters stopped forward progress late Monday afternoon, and crews continue to secure the perimeter and mop up remaining hot spots. No homes or surrounding neighborhoods are currently threatened.

Evacuations and Closures

• All evacuation orders and warnings along Casalero Drive, Ardsheal Drive, and West Skyline Drive were lifted on the evening of September 14, 2026.
• An emergency evacuation shelter opened on September 14, 2026, at Los Altos High School in Hacienda Heights.
• A smoke advisory remains in place as of September 15, 2026, for neighborhoods between Las Palomas Drive and West Skyline Drive.

Impact

Homes and outbuildings were damaged or destroyed during the initial fire run, including a home under construction that collapsed. Two injuries were reported on September 14, 2026, involving one firefighter and one resident who were transported for minor injuries. Emergency responders also successfully evacuated threatened horses from area properties.

Conditions and Outlook

Light south-southwesterly winds and overcast skies will continue, with higher humidity and a chance of light drizzle midweek before warmer, drier weather returns. Firefighters will maintain patrol along the perimeter and focus on extinguishing remaining interior hot spots.

Cause and Context

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Los Angeles County Fire Department as of September 14, 2026. Aerial suppression efforts were supported by water drops utilizing Whittier's local Heli-Hydrant system.

Official updates current through September 15, 2026.