Published • loading... • Updated
Timber Fire prompts new evacuation orders and warnings in Monterey County
The blaze has burned over 12,000 acres and is 25% contained as evacuation orders and warnings spread toward the coast and inland roads.
- On Sunday, the Monterey County Sheriff issued new evacuation warnings and orders for the Timber Fire, which continues expanding into the Los Padres National Forest in south Monterey County.
- Since igniting August 8, the Timber Fire has expanded to 12,616 acres, with Cal Fire attributing the rapid growth to 'critically low' fuel moisture, warmer temperatures, and low relative humidity.
- Evacuation orders currently affect a half-dozen zones, while warnings span a 40-mile stretch of Highway 1 from the Big Creek Reserve Gate Cabin to Andrew Molera State Park.
- The California Zen Center canceled its remaining season at the Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, stating, "We have made the decision to cancel the rest of the Tassajara guest season, as well as to start evacuating students."
- Firefighters continue battling the blaze as it advances into the Ventana Wilderness, reaching 25% containment while defending homes and businesses near Big Sur, which have sustained no damage so far.
Insights by Ground AI
11 Articles
11 Articles
Timber Fire Grows to 12-Thousand Acres
More people are being forced to evacuate as the Timber Fire continues to grow in Monterey County. New evacuation orders were issued as the wildfire expanded Sunday, burning more than 12,600 acres in and around the Los Padres National Forest. CAL FIRE officials reported the blaze was only 25 percent contained as of late Sunday, as firefighters continued battling the flames in challenging terrain. Evacuation orders were expanded Saturday into Sund…
Coverage Details
Total News Sources11
Leaning Left1Leaning Right2Center3Last UpdatedBias Distribution50% Center
Bias Distribution
- 50% of the sources are Center
50% Center
L 17%
C 50%
R 33%
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
