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local1 month ago•3 min saved

Big Sur Timber Fire Expands to 24k Acres, Highway 1 Closed, Evacuations Under Way

The Timber Fire in Monterey County has grown to about 24,600 acres and is 21% contained, prompting a roughly 54-mile Highway 1 closure from the Little Sur River to Salmon Creek; evacuation orders and warnings are in effect for multiple zones, with shelter-in-place orders in some areas. About 1,600 personnel—including 123 engines, 35 hand crews, 14 helicopters, 36 dozers and 34 water tenders—are on scene, working to build and reinforce containment lines, mop up and patrol as planned burn operations near Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park were completed. The fire threatens 661 structures and started Aug. 8; the cause remains under investigation. A separate Plaskett Fire near Big Sur burned about 40 acres and also triggered evacuations.

via KSBW|

#big-sur #california #evacuations

us-news1 month ago•22 min saved

Plaskett Fire swells near Big Sur as Highway 1 closes

A fast-moving Plaskett Fire near Big Sur grew to about 6,000 acres, prompting evacuation orders for several zones and the closure of roughly 40 miles of Highway 1 as Cal Fire steps up containment. About 500 personnel, 36 engines, 6 helicopters and air tankers are on scene, working to strengthen a seven-mile containment line along the South Coast Ridge Road and defend structures amid humid marine influence. The Timber Fire nearby has burned over 24,000 acres, with both blazes together exceeding 30,000 acres in the region.

via New York Post|

#big-sur #california #california-wildfires

local1 month ago•2 min saved

Timber Fire swells in Big Sur as Highway 1 closure planned

The Timber Fire in Monterey County has grown to 19,296 acres (21% contained) and is prompting a Highway 1 closure between Deetjen’s Big Sur Inn and Andrew Molera State Park while crews conduct backburning and upgrade evacuation zones. Warnings and shelter-in-place orders cover multiple zones as responders deploy 1,228 personnel and extensive equipment. Tassajara Zen Mountain Center is among evacuated sites amid ongoing fire activity driven by hot, dry conditions, with long-range spotting observed; authorities warn 661 structures are at risk and the fire’s cause is under investigation (started Aug. 8 near Loma Vista).

via KSBW|

#big-sur #evacuations #highway-1

local2 months 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|

#big-sur #cal-fire #evacuations

local2 months 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|

#big-sur #evacuations #highway-1

local2 months 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|

#big-sur #cal-fire #evacuations

us-news2 months 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|

#big-sur #california-wildfires #evacuations

local-news7 months ago•17 min saved

Landslide Blocks Coastline Highway 1 Near Elk; Reopening Time Uncertain

A major landslide completely blocks Highway 1 south of Elk, closing both lanes with no estimated reopening time. Debris and a downed tree cover the roadway near post mile 31, and a Pepsi semi was stuck in the Elk Bridge switchbacks due to the closure. The Garcia River Bridge closure (PM 17–18.5) from last night remains in effect. Motorists should use alternate routes and check Caltrans QuickMap or social updates for real-time conditions.

via Redheaded Blackbelt|

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transportation9 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|

#big-sur #caltrans #highway-1

travel9 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|

#big-sur #highway-1 #landslides

local-news2 years ago•1 min saved

Half Moon Bay Mayor's Son Killed in Highway 1 Motorcycle Crash

Joaquin Dominik Jimenez Alvarado, the 28-year-old son of Half Moon Bay Mayor Joaquin Jimenez, was killed in a motorcycle crash on Highway 1. The collision involved a pickup truck and led to the highway being closed for several hours. The driver of the pickup truck was not injured and cooperated with the investigation. The community is rallying to support the Jimenez family during this tragic time.

via KRON4|

#community-support #half-moon-bay #highway-1

accidents2 years ago•1 min saved

Fatal Plunge: Car Goes Over Cliff Near Devil's Slide

A driver died after his vehicle plunged over a 200-foot cliff along Highway 1 on the San Francisco Peninsula coast between Pacifica and Half Moon Bay. The incident caused traffic disruptions and prompted a multi-agency response, with the driver being the sole occupant of the vehicle. The cause of the crash remains unknown.

via CBS San Francisco|

#accidents #cal-fire #fatal-crash

travel2 years ago•4 min saved

"Highway 1 Slip-Out Disrupts Travel, Delays Repairs, and Alters Big Sur Marathon Route"

California State Park officials are seeing an increase in visitors at alternative locations due to the closure of Big Sur's Highway 1 following a road slip-out. Despite large signs indicating the closure, an average of 600 cars daily continue to drive along the closed highway, with about 50 attempting to travel to Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. The closure has led to economic impacts, prompting park rangers to increase staffing at alternative locations. All bookings for parks south of the slip-out have been canceled, and the reopening of Big Sur parks depends on the road repair and access to non-essential travel.

via KSBW Monterey|

#big-sur #california #highway-1

transportation2 years ago•5 min saved

"Persistent Threat: Big Sur's Ongoing Battle with Highway 1 Collapses"

The closure of a stretch of Highway 1 in Big Sur due to erosion has left communities in uncertainty, as Caltrans works on a temporary fix to allow limited access. The area's geology, prone to rockslides and erosion, makes the road vulnerable to frequent closures and repairs. Engineers are assessing the damage and stabilizing the road, with a temporary traffic signal planned for more regular traffic. However, a permanent fix may take months, as Caltrans grapples with the challenging terrain and the need to keep the road stable.

via LAist|

#big-sur #caltrans #erosion

weathernatural-disasters2 years ago•1 min saved

"Evacuation Urged as Storms Close Scenic Highway 1 in Big Sur Again"

Officials have closed a scenic stretch of California's Highway 1 after a giant section collapsed into the ocean due to heavy weekend rains, with more storms approaching. The closure led to evacuations in the coastal community of Big Sur and the temporary closure of an elementary school and preschool. Crews are working to repair the damage, and the famous route has a history of frequent closures due to severe weather.

via ABC News|

#big-sur #california #closure