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local1 day ago•2 min saved

Timber Fire Expands to 12,616 Acres as Evacuations Widen in Big Sur

Timber Fire grew to 12,616 acres in Monterey County and is 25% contained, burning into the Ventana Wilderness of Los Padres National Forest; evacuation orders and warnings expanded east of Big Sur, with Highway 1 open but portions within warning zones. The Tassajara Zen Mountain Center is evacuating, and 1,368 personnel are on scene with 661 structures threatened. Forecasters expect slightly cooler, moister conditions that could reduce activity, but humidity will remain poor and the fire’s cause is under investigation.

via KSBW|

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local11 days ago•5 min saved

Big Sur Timber Fire Expands to 4,545 Acres, 503 Structures Threatened

The Timber Fire near Big Sur has grown to 4,545 acres and is just 7% contained, with 503 structures threatened; there have been no injuries or losses reported. About 1,842 personnel are on scene as Highway 1 remains closed and multiple Monterey County evacuation zones remain active. Crews are reinforcing containment along the southern edge and toward the Coast Ridge Trail, while cooler coastal conditions are expected in coming days, though areas east of the fire remain warmer and drier. A Friday community meeting at the Big Sur River Inn will provide updates.

via KSBW|

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us-news12 days ago•25 min saved

Timber Fire in Big Sur Expands to Nearly 4,000 Acres, Endangering Tourist Hotspots

A fast-growing Timber Fire in Big Sur expanded to 3,774.6 acres and was only 5% contained by Wednesday afternoon, with about 1,000 firefighters battling rugged terrain and smoke; roughly 350 structures were threatened as Highway 1 remained closed through the fire zone, threatening Big Sur’s peak tourist season and landmarks such as Ventana Inn and the Henry Miller Memorial Library, while Nepenthe and other spots face substantial revenue losses.

via New York Post|

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local13 days ago•6 min saved

Timber Fire swells past 3,000 acres as Highway 1 stays shut in Big Sur

The Timber Fire in Monterey County has grown to about 3,150 acres with 5% containment, threatening 503 structures. Highway 1 remains closed for roughly 10 miles as evacuation orders and warnings cover multiple zones; 900+ personnel are on scene with ground crews and air support working to protect homes on rugged terrain. A shelter is open at Carmel Middle School for evacuees, and weather could bring thunderstorms later, potentially complicating suppression efforts.

via KSBW|

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local14 days ago•4 min saved

Big Sur Timber Fire Expands to 2,000 Acres, Threatens 259 Structures

The Timber Fire near Big Sur has grown to 2,000 acres and is 5% contained, with 259 structures threatened. About 500 personnel are on scene, focusing on protecting homes along Highway 1 in rugged terrain using ground crews and air support. Evacuation orders are in effect for several zones and warnings for others, with a Carmel Middle School shelter and Red Cross resources established for evacuees. Highway 1 remains open as officials monitor conditions; the cause is under investigation. Warmer, drier weather with a slight chance of storms could influence suppression in the coming days.

via KSBW|

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environment14 days ago•2 min saved

Big Sur Evacuations Under Timber Fire as Coast Highway Closes

Evacuations were ordered along California’s Big Sur coast as the Timber Fire in Monterey County grew to about 2,000 acres with around 500 firefighters on scene; the blaze threatened tourist sites such as Nepenthe, Henry Miller Memorial Library and Alila Ventana, prompted a partial closure of Highway 1 to nonresidents, and officials are focused on protecting homes while containment was only about 5% as crews work in rugged terrain; the fire is moving slowly and the cause is under investigation, with 259 buildings threatened.

via The Guardian|

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us-news14 days ago•22 min saved

Big Sur Timber Fire Expands to 1,700+ Acres, Highway 1 Shuts Down

Timber Fire in Big Sur has expanded from 800 to more than 1,700 acres with only 5% containment, triggering a 16-mile closure of Highway 1 between Point Sur Lighthouse and Partington Canyon as evacuations continue; the blaze, which started late Saturday in the Los Padres National Forest, burns through rugged terrain and remains under investigation.

via New York Post|

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california14 days ago•5 min saved

Timber Fire in Big Sur prompts evacuations as it spreads to 1,700 acres

A fast-growing wildfire in Big Sur—the Timber fire—has grown to about 1,700 acres and is only 5% contained, triggering evacuation orders for iconic spots like Nepenthe, Henry Miller Memorial Library, and the Alila Ventana Big Sur, with Pacific Coast Highway closed to nonresidents. About 300 firefighters were on scene with multiple aerial assets, while conditions including steep terrain, dry heat and variable winds hinder containment; Cal Fire has assumed command and opened an evacuation shelter at Carmel Middle School as residents and visitors flee to safety.

via Los Angeles Times|

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local15 days ago•1 min saved

Timber Fire Triggers Big Sur Evacuations, Shuts Shops and Parks

Timber Fire in Los Padres National Forest triggers evacuations and widespread closures across Big Sur, forcing Nepenthe, Café Kevah, The Phoenix Shop, and Henry Miller Library to close and evacuating Ventana Big Sur Resort; state parks Andrew Molera, Pfeiffer, and Julia Pfeiffer Burns are closed as the fire grows to 1,723 acres and remains about 5% contained.

via KSBW|

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local15 days ago•2 min saved

Big Sur Braces for Timber Fire as It Reaches 800 Acres

The Timber Fire near Big Sur has grown to about 800 acres and remains only 5% contained as of Monday morning, prompting immediate evacuation orders for zones MRY-F026 and MRY-F027 (including the Ventana Inn) and evacuation warnings for adjacent zones. Residents in orders should evacuate with belongings and pets, while those in warnings should prepare to leave if required. CAL FIRE notes rapid growth due to steep, rugged terrain and heavy fuels, with significant aerial and ground resources deployed; the fire is southeast of Loma Vista in Los Padres National Forest, and the cause is under investigation. No structures or injuries have been reported, and officials continue to monitor the situation as it develops.

via ksbw.com|

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guitarists3 months ago•24 min saved

Frampton recalls the 'insects in my legs' moment that sparked his IBM journey

Peter Frampton recalls sensing something wasn’t right in 2009—a sensation described as insects in his legs—that led to an Inclusion Body Myositis diagnosis (publicly revealed in 2019). Now gearing up for Carry the Light, due May 15 and created with friends like Graham Nash, Sheryl Crow and Tom Morello and developed with his son Julian, the 76-year-old guitarist says he’s more content than ever but touring remains uncertain due to IBM, and he stays hopeful about the future.

via GuitarPlayer.com|

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us-news7 months ago•3 min saved

Big Sur Coast Road Reopens, Restoring California’s Coastal Lifeline

California’s Pacific Coast Highway fully reopened after a three-year closure, with the seven-mile Big Sur stretch the last to come back online following multiple landslides (Regent’s Slide and Paul’s Slide) and a wildfire. Caltrans stabilized slopes with deep steel reinforcements and removed vast amounts of mud and debris, restoring a vital economic lifeline for Big Sur, and Gov. Newsom called the reopening a relief for local businesses and residents.

via The New York Times|

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transportation7 months ago•31 min saved

Big Sur’s Highway 1 Reopens Ahead of Schedule, Reconnecting Coastline Economies

California’s Regent’s Slide reconstruction led to the early reopening of Highway 1 from Carmel to Cambria at noon on Jan. 14, about 90 days ahead of the March 30 target, restoring a critical coastal route and economic lifeline for Big Sur. Crews used remotely operated heavy equipment, thousands of steel shear dowels up to 60 feet long, spider excavators, and real-time monitoring to stabilize slopes after a landslide, with further closures possible during winter debris removal. Updates are available at Build.ca.gov.

via California State Portal | CA.gov|

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travel7 months ago•8 min saved

Big Sur’s Highway 1 Reopens After Three-Year Repair Push

California's Highway 1 along Big Sur is fully open again between Carmel and Cambria after three years of landslide repairs. Caltrans spent about $162 million on stabilization and reconstruction, a reopening expected to boost local tourism and business, though officials caution future closures are possible during winter storms, particularly near Regent's Slide north of Lucia.

via Los Angeles Times|

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entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Jennifer Aniston Sparks Romance Rumors with Jim Curtis Before Mallorca Trip

Jennifer Aniston was seen cozying up with hypnotist Jim Curtis in Big Sur before their trip to Mallorca, where they spent time with friends including Jason Bateman. Aniston, who has been previously married to Brad Pitt and Justin Theroux, has shown interest in Curtis, sharing his book and following him on social media, though their relationship remains unconfirmed.

via Page Six|

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