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Plaskett Fire near Big Sur burns toward Highway 1 in Monterey County
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- The Plaskett Fire near Big Sur rapidly expanded from 140 acres on Thursday to nearly 6,000 acres by Saturday morning, prompting multiple evacuation orders and threatening scenic Highway 1.
- Firefighting efforts include nearly 500 personnel, 36 engines, 6 helicopters, and numerous air tankers, with focus on reinforcing containment lines and protecting structures in the affected areas.
- A 40-mile stretch of Highway 1 has been closed, causing significant disruption to local businesses during peak summer season, with some owners describing the impact as a "gut punch."
- The nearby Timber Fire, much larger at over 24,000 acres, continues to spread and challenge containment efforts, but firefighters remain focused on holding key control lines to protect surrounding communities.
- Cal Fire anticipates additional resources arriving over the weekend to bolster suppression and defense operations, aiming to minimize damage and improve containment of both wildfires.
