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local2 hours 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|

#big-sur #evacuations #local

tragedy2 years ago•1 min saved

"Tragic Discovery: Missing California Hiker Found Dead at Waterfall Base"

Caroline Meister, a 30-year-old hiker, was found dead at the base of a waterfall in Carmel Valley, California, after going missing for four days. Officials believe her death was accidental and not the result of foul play. Meister, described as an experienced hiker, had set off for a solo hike from the Tassajara Zen Mountain Center and was reported missing when she didn't return the same day. The San Francisco Zen Center expressed deep sadness and shock at the news of her death.

via NBC News|

#california #carmel-valley #death

tragedy2 years ago•3 min saved

"Missing California Hiker's Body Found at Base of Waterfall"

The body of Caroline Meister, a 30-year-old woman who went missing on a solo hike in California, has been found at the base of a waterfall in the Ventana Wilderness area of Los Padres National Forest. She had set out for a day hike from the Tassajara Zen Mountain Center and was reported missing when she didn't return. Her body was discovered with injuries consistent with a fall, and authorities do not suspect foul play. Meister, described as an avid hiker, was familiar with the area, and her death has deeply saddened those who knew her.

via HuffPost|

#california #hiking #missing-person

accidents-and-emergencies2 years ago•5 min saved

"Tragic Discovery: Missing Hiker Found Dead at Base of California Waterfall"

The body of missing hiker Caroline Meister was found at the base of a waterfall in the Ventana Wilderness. Monterey County Sheriff Tina Nieto confirmed that Meister was found deceased with injuries consistent with a fall down a cliff, and no foul play is suspected. Meister, an avid hiker, was last heard from on Monday morning when she left the Tassajara Zen Mountain Center for a hike and was reported missing at midnight. The search for her involved over 100 personnel from 13 different agencies and ended with the recovery of her body.

via KSBW Monterey|

#accidents-and-emergencies #hiker #missing