Has Anaheim area been affected by fires

Question

I am planning to come to Disneyland with my daughter in April and want to know whether Disneyland or the Anaheim area has been affected by the fires?

Sad to see what’s happening in the greater la area

Answer

Great question — you’re right to think ahead about fire risk, but as of now, Anaheim and Disneyland are not significantly affected by the wildfires. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the situation, risk factors, and what to watch for when you visit in April.

Current Fire Situation & Risk

While there have been a number of major wildfires recently in Southern California (e.g., in January 2025) that impacted parts of L.A., Anaheim (Orange County) has largely remained *relatively untouched*.
According to Visit Anaheim, the city “remains untouched by the wildfires” despite fires in the greater region.
The closest active fires reported in recent months are well to the north or in other counties, not right next to Disneyland.
Anaheim itself does have some wildfire risk in its hilly, foothill-area zones (especially on the eastern side). However, these are mostly in the “very high fire hazard severity zone” and are not directly in the Disneyland resort area.

Air Quality & Smoke Concerns

There *has been concern* over smoke drifting into Orange County from distant wildfires, depending on wind patterns.
Some reports recently showed the Air Quality Index (AQI) in parts of Anaheim reaching *“poor”* levels during certain smoke events.
Local residents and visitors have commented that, generally, during the most recent fires there was no significant ash buildup or heavy smoke at Disneyland itself: > “Nope … pretty clean … not that even close to LA. It’s safe here.”
Still, some health-sensitive visitors recommend keeping an eye on air quality forecasts. If AQI is elevated during your trip, minimizing strenuous outdoor time or taking breaks indoors is a reasonable strategy.

Historical Fire Risk

There is a history of fire in Anaheim: for example, the Canyon Fire 2 in 2017 burned near Anaheim Hills and caused evacuations.
The City of Anaheim acknowledges that portions of the city lie in wildfire-prone zones, especially near undeveloped foothills / wildland-urban interface (WUI).
Because of this risk, Anaheim has invested in a network of fire-monitoring cameras and early-detection systems.

Bottom Line for Your April Trip

Your trip to Disneyland in April should be very safe and relatively unaffected by the current fire situation, based on the most recent information:

There’s no active, nearby fire threatening Disneyland’s immediate area right now.
Air quality could occasionally be impacted by drifting smoke *if wind patterns bring it down*, but it isn’t consistently bad. Monitoring AQI via a reliable app during your stay is a smart move.
If air quality dips, you can adjust your day (go indoors more, pick rides or shows inside, etc.).

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