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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #CAwx #Wildfires
Miranda Schwegler, Regional Captain
Aug 12 at 10:36 PM EDT
The fire is 4,044.7 acres per the perimeter uploaded to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), which is visible on the Watch Duty map under the Active Fire Perimeters map layer.Update per the Los Padres National Forest on Facebook:
Current Situation: Cooler temperatures and high humidity mitigated temperatures and fire activity in some areas of the Timber Fire today, allowing crews a window to get good work done. However, the fire has been burning for several days in heavy vegetation, and this rain event will not fully extinguish the fire. Erratic winds from thunderstorm activity impacted the fire, and firefighters were pulled off assignments for their safety briefly this afternoon while a large thunder cell passed over the area.The fire has burned almost to Highway 1 at Grimes Canyon. It continues to back slowly towards structures along Highway 1 between Ventana and Partington Ridge Road. Firefighters continue to prioritize structure defense in those areas.
Despite the heavy cloud cover at lower elevations, the higher elevations and eastern side of the fire remained clear, and the fire was still active. Crews are looking for new opportunities to suppress the fire directly along its active edge. The fire has progressed to the southeast over Logwood Creek. The use of aircraft was hampered for much of the day due to compromised visibility and inclement weather, but clearing skies late in the day allowed for helicopters to resume work on the top and east side of the fire.Weather: Thunderstorm/shower activity is expected to taper off overnight as any lingering storms move eastward. A heavy marine layer is anticipated to settle in lower elevations overnight, with partial clearing anticipated by tomorrow afternoon. Clear skies and mild temperatures are anticipated in elevations over 2000’ ASL in advance of much warmer temperatures arriving this weekend.
Miranda Schwegler, Regional Captain
Aug 12 at 9:34 PM EDTThe fire is now 7% contained, per the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC).
Road Closure Update: The SR 1 closure has been adjusted on the Northside to the following location: Mile Post Marker 45.1 (by the Big Sur Bakery / Big Sur Post Office).
The Southside closure is still the same, per Los Padres National Forest on Facebook.
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #CAwx #Wildfires
Miranda Schwegler, Regional Captain
Aug 12 at 10:36 PM EDT
The fire is 4,044.7 acres per the perimeter uploaded to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), which is visible on the Watch Duty map under the Active Fire Perimeters map layer.Update per the Los Padres National Forest on Facebook:
Current Situation: Cooler temperatures and high humidity mitigated temperatures and fire activity in some areas of the Timber Fire today, allowing crews a window to get good work done. However, the fire has been burning for several days in heavy vegetation, and this rain event will not fully extinguish the fire. Erratic winds from thunderstorm activity impacted the fire, and firefighters were pulled off assignments for their safety briefly this afternoon while a large thunder cell passed over the area.The fire has burned almost to Highway 1 at Grimes Canyon. It continues to back slowly towards structures along Highway 1 between Ventana and Partington Ridge Road. Firefighters continue to prioritize structure defense in those areas.
Despite the heavy cloud cover at lower elevations, the higher elevations and eastern side of the fire remained clear, and the fire was still active. Crews are looking for new opportunities to suppress the fire directly along its active edge. The fire has progressed to the southeast over Logwood Creek. The use of aircraft was hampered for much of the day due to compromised visibility and inclement weather, but clearing skies late in the day allowed for helicopters to resume work on the top and east side of the fire.Weather: Thunderstorm/shower activity is expected to taper off overnight as any lingering storms move eastward. A heavy marine layer is anticipated to settle in lower elevations overnight, with partial clearing anticipated by tomorrow afternoon. Clear skies and mild temperatures are anticipated in elevations over 2000’ ASL in advance of much warmer temperatures arriving this weekend.
Miranda Schwegler, Regional Captain
Aug 12 at 9:34 PM EDTThe fire is now 7% contained, per the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC).
Road Closure Update: The SR 1 closure has been adjusted on the Northside to the following location: Mile Post Marker 45.1 (by the Big Sur Bakery / Big Sur Post Office).
The Southside closure is still the same, per Los Padres National Forest on Facebook.
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Two California condors who had been trapped in a #BigSur sanctuary during the #TimberFire were freed Tuesday after fire officials escorted staff to open their pen, the Ventana Wildlife Society said.
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Two California condors who had been trapped in a #BigSur sanctuary during the #TimberFire were freed Tuesday after fire officials escorted staff to open their pen, the Ventana Wildlife Society said.
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #Wildfires #CAwx
From Santa Cruz Sentinel: Timber Fire grows to 3,744 acres in Big Sur as lightning strikes in the area
https://www.santacruzsentinel.com/2026/08/12/update-timber-fire-grows-to-over-3000-acres-in-big-sur/
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #Wildfires #CAwx
Miranda Schwegler, Regional Captain
Aug 12 at 5:23 PM EDTCurrent weather conditions overhead are producing cloud-to-ground lightning strikes over the Timber Fire area. For firefighter safety, crews have temporarily disengaged and retreated to safe locations until the storm system passes.
Once conditions improve and it is safe to resume operations, firefighters will reassess the fire and re-engage on the lines. Firefighter and public safety remain the highest priority as crews continue working to contain the fire, per Los Padres National Forest on Facebook.Aug 12 at 4:02 PM EDT
August 12, 2026 Operational Update
3,774.6 Acres | 5% Contained
Fire activity increased early this morning and remained active around Partington Ridge and Coast Ridge Road along the southern edge of the fire. Crews continue protecting structures as the fire backs toward Highway 1.
On the west side near Partington Ridge, dozer operators and ground crews have constructed containment line to Highway 1. Crews are mopping up hot spots and conducting tactical patrols around homes. Near Ventana, firefighters are mopping up around structures and completing hand line. Rolling debris and embers along Coast Ridge Road caused spot fires, which were quickly contained through aggressive firefighting tactics.
On the northern flank, bulldozers are constructing line along a ridgeline toward Highway 1 and the Big Sur River. The eastern side remains active in wilderness areas, where firefighters are seeking safe opportunities to engage the fire.
Overnight fire activity increased above 1,000 feet on the western flank. Crews continue to prioritize structure protection east of Highway 1 from Ventana south to Partington Road. Hotshot crews are working through steep, heavy vegetation to establish containment lines as conditions allow, with additional resources arriving on scene.
Weather: Conditions may become more challenging this afternoon and evening. There is a 15–20% chance of thunderstorms entering the fire area, potentially bringing strong, erratic winds and unstable conditions. Elevated fire weather conditions are possible, with conditions expected to vary significantly across the incident.
Highway 1 Closure: Highway 1 remains closed between Fernwood Resort (47200 Highway 1) on the north and Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park Vista Point on the south.
Update per CAL FIRE BEU on Facebook.
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #Wildfires #CAwx
Miranda Schwegler, Regional Captain
Aug 12 at 5:23 PM EDTCurrent weather conditions overhead are producing cloud-to-ground lightning strikes over the Timber Fire area. For firefighter safety, crews have temporarily disengaged and retreated to safe locations until the storm system passes.
Once conditions improve and it is safe to resume operations, firefighters will reassess the fire and re-engage on the lines. Firefighter and public safety remain the highest priority as crews continue working to contain the fire, per Los Padres National Forest on Facebook.Aug 12 at 4:02 PM EDT
August 12, 2026 Operational Update
3,774.6 Acres | 5% Contained
Fire activity increased early this morning and remained active around Partington Ridge and Coast Ridge Road along the southern edge of the fire. Crews continue protecting structures as the fire backs toward Highway 1.
On the west side near Partington Ridge, dozer operators and ground crews have constructed containment line to Highway 1. Crews are mopping up hot spots and conducting tactical patrols around homes. Near Ventana, firefighters are mopping up around structures and completing hand line. Rolling debris and embers along Coast Ridge Road caused spot fires, which were quickly contained through aggressive firefighting tactics.
On the northern flank, bulldozers are constructing line along a ridgeline toward Highway 1 and the Big Sur River. The eastern side remains active in wilderness areas, where firefighters are seeking safe opportunities to engage the fire.
Overnight fire activity increased above 1,000 feet on the western flank. Crews continue to prioritize structure protection east of Highway 1 from Ventana south to Partington Road. Hotshot crews are working through steep, heavy vegetation to establish containment lines as conditions allow, with additional resources arriving on scene.
Weather: Conditions may become more challenging this afternoon and evening. There is a 15–20% chance of thunderstorms entering the fire area, potentially bringing strong, erratic winds and unstable conditions. Elevated fire weather conditions are possible, with conditions expected to vary significantly across the incident.
Highway 1 Closure: Highway 1 remains closed between Fernwood Resort (47200 Highway 1) on the north and Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park Vista Point on the south.
Update per CAL FIRE BEU on Facebook.
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#TimberFire #BigSur via #WatchDuty
Geezus.
Current weather conditions overhead are producing cloud-to-ground lightning strikes over the Timber Fire area. For firefighter safety, crews have temporarily disengaged and retreated to safe locations until the storm system passes.
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#TimberFire #BigSur via #WatchDuty
Geezus.
Current weather conditions overhead are producing cloud-to-ground lightning strikes over the Timber Fire area. For firefighter safety, crews have temporarily disengaged and retreated to safe locations until the storm system passes.
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #CAwx
Miranda Schwegler, Regional Captain
Aug 12 at 3:45 PM EDT
The fire has crossed over Logwood Creek and has burned about 100 acres on the other side of the creek, per the helicopter coordinator (HLCO) overhead.Dan Husum, Coverage Reporter
Aug 12 at 1:48 PM EDT
The fire has been mapped at 3774.6 acres by CAL FIRE Intel Aircraft. Their perimeter is visible on the Watch Duty map under the Active Fire Perimeters map layer.
Note: Fire perimeters are preliminary and indicate general burn area but do not reflect structure protection efforts by firefighters. A structure within a fire perimeter may not be damaged or destroyed. -
#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #CAwx #Wildfires
Sekhar Padmanabhan, Staff Reporter
Aug 12 at 11:56 AM EDT
Update for August 12 from Los Padres National Forest on Facebook:Current Situation: Timber Fire activity surged early this morning and remained active around Partington Ridge and Coast Ridge Road along the southern edge. Firefighters continue protecting structures as the fire backs toward Highway 1.
On the west side near Partington Ridge, dozer operators and ground crews built line to Highway 1, while crews mopped up hot spots and conducted tactical patrols around homes. Near Ventana, firefighters are mopping up around structures and completing hand line. Rolling debris and embers along Coast Ridge Road caused spot fires, but aggressive tactics contained them.
On the northern flank, bulldozers began cutting line along a ridgeline toward Highway 1 and the Big Sur River. The eastern side remains active in wilderness areas, where firefighters are looking for safe opportunities to engage.
Overnight activity increased above 1,000 feet on the western flank, while crews continued prioritizing structure protection east of Highway 1 from Ventana south to Partington Road. Hotshot crews are working through steep, heavy vegetation to establish containment lines as conditions allow, with additional resources arriving on scene.
Weather: Weather conditions could become more challenging this afternoon into the evening. There is a 15–20% chance of thunderstorms entering the fire area, which could bring strong, erratic winds and unstable conditions. Elevated fire weather conditions are possible, although conditions are expected to vary significantly across the fire area depending on location.
Evacuation Orders:
- MRY-F023
- MRY-F025
- MRY-F026
- MRY-F027
- MRY-F028-Ahttps://protect.genasys.com/en/fullscreenMap?lat=36.2225&lng=-121.7305&z=11.1
Ben Ellerbrock, Coverage Reporter
Aug 12 at 8:51 AM EDTThe fire is now 3,150 acres, per CAL FIRE.
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #CAwx #Wildfires
Sekhar Padmanabhan, Staff Reporter
Aug 12 at 11:56 AM EDT
Update for August 12 from Los Padres National Forest on Facebook:Current Situation: Timber Fire activity surged early this morning and remained active around Partington Ridge and Coast Ridge Road along the southern edge. Firefighters continue protecting structures as the fire backs toward Highway 1.
On the west side near Partington Ridge, dozer operators and ground crews built line to Highway 1, while crews mopped up hot spots and conducted tactical patrols around homes. Near Ventana, firefighters are mopping up around structures and completing hand line. Rolling debris and embers along Coast Ridge Road caused spot fires, but aggressive tactics contained them.
On the northern flank, bulldozers began cutting line along a ridgeline toward Highway 1 and the Big Sur River. The eastern side remains active in wilderness areas, where firefighters are looking for safe opportunities to engage.
Overnight activity increased above 1,000 feet on the western flank, while crews continued prioritizing structure protection east of Highway 1 from Ventana south to Partington Road. Hotshot crews are working through steep, heavy vegetation to establish containment lines as conditions allow, with additional resources arriving on scene.
Weather: Weather conditions could become more challenging this afternoon into the evening. There is a 15–20% chance of thunderstorms entering the fire area, which could bring strong, erratic winds and unstable conditions. Elevated fire weather conditions are possible, although conditions are expected to vary significantly across the fire area depending on location.
Evacuation Orders:
- MRY-F023
- MRY-F025
- MRY-F026
- MRY-F027
- MRY-F028-Ahttps://protect.genasys.com/en/fullscreenMap?lat=36.2225&lng=-121.7305&z=11.1
Ben Ellerbrock, Coverage Reporter
Aug 12 at 8:51 AM EDTThe fire is now 3,150 acres, per CAL FIRE.
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#Wildfire Forces Evacuations in #BigSur
The blaze on #California’s Central Coast, known as the #TimberFire, has burned more than 2,000 acres in Big Sur, a treasured region of the state that is known for its breathtaking views of the Pacific & that draws millions of tourists each year. The…writer & artist Henry Miller, once described Big Sur as “the face of the earth as the creator intended it to look.”
#ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #wildfires
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/11/us/california-timber-fire-big-sur.html?unlocked_article_code=1.41A.YdNY.uLb5ON2zVaro&smid=nytcore-ios-share -
#Wildfire Forces Evacuations in #BigSur
The blaze on #California’s Central Coast, known as the #TimberFire, has burned more than 2,000 acres in Big Sur, a treasured region of the state that is known for its breathtaking views of the Pacific & that draws millions of tourists each year. The…writer & artist Henry Miller, once described Big Sur as “the face of the earth as the creator intended it to look.”
#ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #wildfires
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/11/us/california-timber-fire-big-sur.html?unlocked_article_code=1.41A.YdNY.uLb5ON2zVaro&smid=nytcore-ios-share -
#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #CAwx #Wildfires
Baylee Wright, Coverage Reporter
Aug 11 at 10:37 PM EDTTimber Fire Update:
CURRENT SITUATION: The Timber Fire continued to back down towards structures in Ventana today, as well as toward structures along Grimes and Stoney Ridges as it spread south towards Partington Road. Firefighters remain actively engaged in structure defense this evening, and they will remain there overnight. Aircraft, including the DC10, was used heavily after the inversion lifted midday to assist firefighters on the ground in these areas.
Small up slope runs and single tree torching continued today, especially on the northern part of the fire and in the brush fields in the higher elevations.
While the goal is to keep the overall footprint of the Timber Fire as small as possible, resources currently on scene are focusing now on structure defense on the west side of the fire. As additional resources arrive, they will engage on the less accessible eastern edge.
WEATHER: Tonight’s weather is expected to be cool and cloudy at the coast, with a small chance of drizzle. Areas above approximately 1200-1500 feet are expected to remain clear and dry with light winds.
Per Los Padres National Forest on Facebook.
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #CAwx #Wildfires
Baylee Wright, Coverage Reporter
Aug 11 at 10:37 PM EDTTimber Fire Update:
CURRENT SITUATION: The Timber Fire continued to back down towards structures in Ventana today, as well as toward structures along Grimes and Stoney Ridges as it spread south towards Partington Road. Firefighters remain actively engaged in structure defense this evening, and they will remain there overnight. Aircraft, including the DC10, was used heavily after the inversion lifted midday to assist firefighters on the ground in these areas.
Small up slope runs and single tree torching continued today, especially on the northern part of the fire and in the brush fields in the higher elevations.
While the goal is to keep the overall footprint of the Timber Fire as small as possible, resources currently on scene are focusing now on structure defense on the west side of the fire. As additional resources arrive, they will engage on the less accessible eastern edge.
WEATHER: Tonight’s weather is expected to be cool and cloudy at the coast, with a small chance of drizzle. Areas above approximately 1200-1500 feet are expected to remain clear and dry with light winds.
Per Los Padres National Forest on Facebook.
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The #TimberFire has flared up over the last hour or two. It looks like it might be Torre Canyon or Partington Canyon based on some images I saw on Facebook. Tankers are still working the fire. The houses up on that ridge probably are having a rough time of it right now.
None of the cameras show it very well at the moment.
#BigSur continues to be spicy.
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The #TimberFire has flared up over the last hour or two. It looks like it might be Torre Canyon or Partington Canyon based on some images I saw on Facebook. Tankers are still working the fire. The houses up on that ridge probably are having a rough time of it right now.
None of the cameras show it very well at the moment.
#BigSur continues to be spicy.
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"Orders to evacuate Big Sur expand as Timber Fire grows to nearly 2,500 acres; Highway 1 is closed."—#MontereyCountyNow https://www.montereycountynow.com/blogs/news_blog/orders-to-evacuate-big-sur-expand-as-timber-fire-grows-to-nearly-2-500-acres/article_3d798927-d20d-4843-84dd-811f30afe68c.html
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"Orders to evacuate Big Sur expand as Timber Fire grows to nearly 2,500 acres; Highway 1 is closed."—#MontereyCountyNow https://www.montereycountynow.com/blogs/news_blog/orders-to-evacuate-big-sur-expand-as-timber-fire-grows-to-nearly-2-500-acres/article_3d798927-d20d-4843-84dd-811f30afe68c.html
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #wildfires #CAwx
Baylee Wright, Coverage Reporter
Aug 11 at 7:34 PM EDTThe fire has been mapped at 2,989.1 acres by CAL FIRE Intel aircraft. Their perimeter is visible on the Watch Duty map under the Active Fire Perimeters map layer.
Note: Fire perimeters are preliminary and indicate general burn area but do not reflect structure protection efforts by firefighters. A structure within a fire perimeter may not be damaged or destroyed.
Sekhar Padmanabhan, Staff Reporter
Aug 11 at 5:30 PM EDTUpdate from California Highway Patrol Monterey on Facebook:
Due to the continued spread of the Timber Fire and ongoing evacuations, State Route 1 is now closed to the public at the following locations:
North side: 47200 SR-1 (Fernwood Resort)
South side: Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park Vista Point (Mile post marker 37)Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and follow all evacuation orders and instructions from emergency personnel.
We will continue to provide updates as conditions change. Please use caution and stay safe
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #wildfires #CAwx
Baylee Wright, Coverage Reporter
Aug 11 at 7:34 PM EDTThe fire has been mapped at 2,989.1 acres by CAL FIRE Intel aircraft. Their perimeter is visible on the Watch Duty map under the Active Fire Perimeters map layer.
Note: Fire perimeters are preliminary and indicate general burn area but do not reflect structure protection efforts by firefighters. A structure within a fire perimeter may not be damaged or destroyed.
Sekhar Padmanabhan, Staff Reporter
Aug 11 at 5:30 PM EDTUpdate from California Highway Patrol Monterey on Facebook:
Due to the continued spread of the Timber Fire and ongoing evacuations, State Route 1 is now closed to the public at the following locations:
North side: 47200 SR-1 (Fernwood Resort)
South side: Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park Vista Point (Mile post marker 37)Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and follow all evacuation orders and instructions from emergency personnel.
We will continue to provide updates as conditions change. Please use caution and stay safe
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #Wildfires #CAwx
Sekhar Padmanabhan, Staff Reporter
Aug 11 at 10:14 AM RDTPer the County of Monterey, this morning at 9 a.m., the Temporary Evacuation Point (TEP) will co-locate with the evacuation shelter at Carmel Middle School, providing evacuees with a centralized location to receive incident information, resource referrals, and assistance coordinating next steps as conditions evolve.
Update per CALMaureen Bonessa, Regional Captain
Aug 11 at 10:00 AMEDTThe fire is now 2,000 acres, per CAL FIRE.
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #Wildfires #CAwx
Sekhar Padmanabhan, Staff Reporter
Aug 11 at 10:14 AM RDTPer the County of Monterey, this morning at 9 a.m., the Temporary Evacuation Point (TEP) will co-locate with the evacuation shelter at Carmel Middle School, providing evacuees with a centralized location to receive incident information, resource referrals, and assistance coordinating next steps as conditions evolve.
Update per CALMaureen Bonessa, Regional Captain
Aug 11 at 10:00 AMEDTThe fire is now 2,000 acres, per CAL FIRE.
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #CAwx
From Monterey County Sheriff’s Office on FB: cspmonterey_publicsafety has announced that all State Parks in the Big Sur area are closed due to the Timber Fire.
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Parques Estatales de California ha anunciado que todos los Parques Estatales en el área de Big Sur están cerrados debido al incendio Timber.
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #CAwx
From Monterey County Sheriff’s Office on FB: cspmonterey_publicsafety has announced that all State Parks in the Big Sur area are closed due to the Timber Fire.
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Parques Estatales de California ha anunciado que todos los Parques Estatales en el área de Big Sur están cerrados debido al incendio Timber.
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The #TimberFire down in #BigSur is putting smoke into our neighborhood here in #Monterey. I just closed all of our windows on the house after my wife woke me up to do it. Good thing we've got lots of hepa filters going in the house already to get rid of the little bit of smoke that made it inside. And I turned the portable AC in the bedroom on so we can keep sleeping in comfort.
There isn't any fire yet at the Ventana Wildlife Society's condor facility in Big Sur based on their cameras: https://www.ventanaws.org/bigsurroostcam.html
Nepenthe looks to be socked in with smoke and marine layer but no fire: https://www.phoenixshopbigsur.com/live-weather-cam
No aircraft are showing up on the ADS-B feeds so either the night flying helicopters went back to base at some point, they didn't have them up last night, or they're operating below the ridge tops.
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The #TimberFire down in #BigSur is putting smoke into our neighborhood here in #Monterey. I just closed all of our windows on the house after my wife woke me up to do it. Good thing we've got lots of hepa filters going in the house already to get rid of the little bit of smoke that made it inside. And I turned the portable AC in the bedroom on so we can keep sleeping in comfort.
There isn't any fire yet at the Ventana Wildlife Society's condor facility in Big Sur based on their cameras: https://www.ventanaws.org/bigsurroostcam.html
Nepenthe looks to be socked in with smoke and marine layer but no fire: https://www.phoenixshopbigsur.com/live-weather-cam
No aircraft are showing up on the ADS-B feeds so either the night flying helicopters went back to base at some point, they didn't have them up last night, or they're operating below the ridge tops.
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The #TimberFire at least is not getting up into the canopy so that's good. It's burning on the ground which is about as good as one can hope for with the current conditions. The result will be a bit like they did controlled burning. Or at least I hope it will be.
It's over 1700 acres now. Still spreading out. More zones are evacuated and Highway 1 through Big Sur is closed.
The condor sanctuary is in the evacuation zone but so far I guess the fire isn't too close. There are live cams that can be watched for signs of what's happening: https://www.ventanaws.org/condor_cam.html
I saw some wild stories on Instagram that I'll try to capture and attach to this post. One indicated that some people fought the fire themselves for 36 hours to keep it out of some homes and Deetjen's before Big Sur Volunteer Fire was able to get to them and help.
The stories are from: https://www.instagram.com/kategreer
And now I'm seeing some reports that highway 1 is actually open which seems like a bad idea.
Never a dull moment in #BigSur
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The #TimberFire at least is not getting up into the canopy so that's good. It's burning on the ground which is about as good as one can hope for with the current conditions. The result will be a bit like they did controlled burning. Or at least I hope it will be.
It's over 1700 acres now. Still spreading out. More zones are evacuated and Highway 1 through Big Sur is closed.
The condor sanctuary is in the evacuation zone but so far I guess the fire isn't too close. There are live cams that can be watched for signs of what's happening: https://www.ventanaws.org/condor_cam.html
I saw some wild stories on Instagram that I'll try to capture and attach to this post. One indicated that some people fought the fire themselves for 36 hours to keep it out of some homes and Deetjen's before Big Sur Volunteer Fire was able to get to them and help.
The stories are from: https://www.instagram.com/kategreer
And now I'm seeing some reports that highway 1 is actually open which seems like a bad idea.
Never a dull moment in #BigSur
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Hoping for the best for Nepenthe, which I dearly love. Also Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, which were just outside the evacuation area at the time of this report.
https://www.mercurynews.com/2026/08/10/big-sur-fire-ventana-inn-nepenthe-restaurant-evacuated-as-fire-doubles-in-size/Nepenthe, a famed restaurant on the Big Sur Coast for generations, was open Sunday, but closed Monday, said co-owner Holly Fassett.
“They came around last night around midnight. They were knocking on people’s doors and said it was time to leave,” Fassett said.
“The fire definitely could reach the restaurant,” she said. “It’s very close. But it would have to cross the highway. There are firefighters coming from all over. You just don’t know. It’s like a wild animal. You don’t know what it is really going to do. It’s worrisome, but I’m still hopeful.”
h/t @ai6yr
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Hoping for the best for Nepenthe, which I dearly love. Also Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, which were just outside the evacuation area at the time of this report.
https://www.mercurynews.com/2026/08/10/big-sur-fire-ventana-inn-nepenthe-restaurant-evacuated-as-fire-doubles-in-size/Nepenthe, a famed restaurant on the Big Sur Coast for generations, was open Sunday, but closed Monday, said co-owner Holly Fassett.
“They came around last night around midnight. They were knocking on people’s doors and said it was time to leave,” Fassett said.
“The fire definitely could reach the restaurant,” she said. “It’s very close. But it would have to cross the highway. There are firefighters coming from all over. You just don’t know. It’s like a wild animal. You don’t know what it is really going to do. It’s worrisome, but I’m still hopeful.”
h/t @ai6yr
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#BigSur #TimberFire #wildfire #MontereyCounty #ExtremeWeather #ClimateCrisis
August 10, 2026, 8:30 am
THE HENRY MILLER LIBRARY IS
TEMPORARILY CLOSED.
An evacuation order is now in effect for parts of Big Sur, including the Library, due to the Timber Fire.
Follow @montereycountyca, @bigsurfire and @monterey_county_so for latest updates.
We implore you: Do not come to Big Sur.
This is an incredibly serious situation. Fewer cars on the road allow CalFire and emergency services to do their job as effectively and safely as possible.
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#BigSur #TimberFire #wildfire #MontereyCounty #ExtremeWeather #ClimateCrisis
August 10, 2026, 8:30 am
THE HENRY MILLER LIBRARY IS
TEMPORARILY CLOSED.
An evacuation order is now in effect for parts of Big Sur, including the Library, due to the Timber Fire.
Follow @montereycountyca, @bigsurfire and @monterey_county_so for latest updates.
We implore you: Do not come to Big Sur.
This is an incredibly serious situation. Fewer cars on the road allow CalFire and emergency services to do their job as effectively and safely as possible.
Thank you for your understanding. -
#MontereyCountyNow Evacuation orders and warnings now in effect in #BigSur due to #TimberFire. https://www.montereycountynow.com/blogs/news_blog/evacuation-orders-and-warnings-now-in-effect-in-big-sur-due-to-timber-fire/article_e0b446fc-6608-4c3f-8b3e-a7f3eaf803b4.html #wildfire #MontereyCounty #ExtremeWeather #ClimateCrisis
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#MontereyCountyNow Evacuation orders and warnings now in effect in #BigSur due to #TimberFire. https://www.montereycountynow.com/blogs/news_blog/evacuation-orders-and-warnings-now-in-effect-in-big-sur-due-to-timber-fire/article_e0b446fc-6608-4c3f-8b3e-a7f3eaf803b4.html #wildfire #MontereyCounty #ExtremeWeather #ClimateCrisis
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@JeanEvergreen Not a lot of alternate roads down that way. Hope everyone is safe. #BigSur #wildfires
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@JeanEvergreen Not a lot of alternate roads down that way. Hope everyone is safe. #BigSur #wildfires
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #CAwx
Liam Winstead, Manager of Operational Intelligence & Mapping
Aug 10 at 7:03 PM EDT
A Temporary Evacuation Point (TEP) has opened in Big Sur at Big Sur Station, 47555 Hwy 1.
Location: Big Sur Station – Multi Agency Facility (MAF)Date/Time: Monday, August 10th through Thursday, August 13th - Noon to 7:00 pm each day, or until evacuation orders are lifted.
The TEP provides a designated location for evacuees to temporarily gather, receive incident information and resource referrals, and coordinate next steps as conditions evolve. Residents in Evacuation Order Areas can request sheltering resources at the TEP in person.
The TEP is staffed by Big Sur CERT and Monterey Free Libraries. The American Red Cross is providing comfort kits, water, and snacks.
Per the County of Monterey. https://www.readymontereycounty.org/emergency/incident-archive/2026-timber-fire
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #cawx
From CHP - Monterey on FB: 🔥 TIMBER FIRE UPDATE 🔥
Due to the continued spread of the Timber Fire and ongoing evacuations, State Route 1 is now closed to the public (except residents) at the following locations:
📍 Point Sur Lighthouse
📍 Vista Point — near Mile Marker 37.5Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and follow all evacuation orders and instructions from emergency personnel.
We will continue to provide updates as conditions change. Please use caution and stay safe.
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #cawx
From CHP - Monterey on FB: 🔥 TIMBER FIRE UPDATE 🔥
Due to the continued spread of the Timber Fire and ongoing evacuations, State Route 1 is now closed to the public (except residents) at the following locations:
📍 Point Sur Lighthouse
📍 Vista Point — near Mile Marker 37.5Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and follow all evacuation orders and instructions from emergency personnel.
We will continue to provide updates as conditions change. Please use caution and stay safe.
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#TimberFire #BigSur #MontereyCounty #LosPadresNF #CAwx
FOR INFO PURPOSES ONLY
Cole Euken, Manager of Real-Time Operations
Aug 10 at 4:37 PM EDTAn additional Evacuation Order has now been issued for Zone: MRY-F025 - per the Genasys Evacuation Map
Evacuation Order - Level 3 - Go
MRY-F025, MRY-F026, MRY-F027, MRY-F028-AEvacuation Warning - Level 2 - Set
MRY-F024, MRY-F028-BEvacuation Notes
Genasys Evacuation Map https://protect.genasys.com/en/fullscreenMap?lat=36.2181&lng=-121.7268&z=12.1 -
#BigSur is on fire. 😭
#Esalen and Ventana being evacuated
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From WatchDuty:
Patricia Jacobs, Staff Reporter
Aug 10 at 3:14 PM EDTThe fire has been mapped at 1,330.2 acres by Intel Aircraft. Their perimeter is visible on the Watch Duty map under the Active Fire Perimeters map layer.
FYI @douglasvb