Wildfire, smoke, and outdoor-access crisis

The Woodside Fire in Sonoma and Timber Fire near Big Sur continue to drive smoke, evacuations, route changes, and park-access uncertainty. Highway 1 restrictions near Andrew Molera State Park and Gorda have been reported again despite earlier reopening news; McWay Falls trail remains indefinitely closed. Little Fire smoke, gusty winds, dry-lightning risk, and a Red Flag Warning make AQI and fire-agency checks essential before outdoor activity.