Timber Fire Prompts Expanded Evacuations Along Big Sur Coastline, Highway 1 Closed
Evacuation orders were expanded on Monday for a large portion of Big Sur's coastline due to the Timber Fire, which has burned nearly 2,000 acres. Highway 1 is closed to the public starting at Point Sur Lighthouse.
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Evacuation orders for the Big Sur coastline were broadened on Monday as the Timber Fire continued to spread, consuming nearly 2,000 acres. The expanding fire has led authorities to issue new orders for a significant section of the coastal region.
As a direct consequence of the wildfire, access to Highway 1 has been restricted. The state highway is now closed to the public beginning at the landmark Point Sur Lighthouse. This closure significantly impacts travel and access to the popular Big Sur area.
Further details regarding the specific areas under new evacuation orders and the total acreage affected were not immediately available. The cause of the Timber Fire has also not been provided.
Officials are monitoring the fire’s progression and its impact on the surrounding environment and communities. Updates on the fire’s status and any further changes to evacuation zones or road closures are expected as the situation develops.
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