Breaking: Sapphire Fire reported in San Bernardino County on July 18

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First discovered: 5 hours ago, 10:59 a.m. July 18

Initial location: San Bernardino County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Sapphire

A new wildfire was reported today at 10:59 a.m. in in San Bernardino County, California.

Sapphire Fire has been burning on private land for five hours. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center

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This story was originally published July 18, 2026 at 4:53 PM.