Timber Fire in Big Sur – 4,869 Acres, 25% Contained, Highway 1 Closed, LPNF Monterey Division Closed

The Timber Fire continues to threaten Big Sur, with containment increased to 25% and shelter closed. Highway 1 remains closed. Multiple state parks closed, and Los Padres National Forest (Monterey Division) is officially closed. Hikers should cancel Big Sur plans and monitor air quality.