Wildfires in Monterey County (Range, Ronda, Metz)
Key Questions
What is the current status of the Range Fire in Monterey County?
The Range Fire erupted May 16 on federal land, scorching 7,500 acres with emergency alerts issued for evacuations, air quality, and road closures.
How contained is the Metz Fire?
The Metz Fire burned 74.2 acres in South Monterey County and is now fully contained as of June 7.
What is known about the Ronda Fire?
The Ronda Fire was reported May 25 with no containment reported yet, and all three fires remain under active monitoring.
Range Fire erupted May16 on federal land scorching 7500 acres; emergency alerts for evacuations, air quality, road closures. Ronda Fire reported May25 with no containment yet. Metz Fire burned 74.2 acres in South Monterey County, now fully contained as of June 7. All three fires under active monitoring.
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Updated Jun 12, 2026