Timber Fire (Monterey County) – 5,772 Acres, 27% Containment

Fire continues to grow but containment improved to 27%. Evacuations reduced to two zones; disaster shelter closed. Highway 1 remains closed. 2,000 personnel assigned. Marine layer brought rare August drizzle aiding firefighters but grounding aircraft. Smoke drifts into South/East Bay; air quality advisory extended. Red Flag Warning continues. PG&E PSPS warning for Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin. Investigators seek public's help.