Timber Fire reaches 94% containment; all evacuation orders lifted
CAL FIRE lists the Timber Fire at 97% containment as crews secure remaining heat and complete suppression repairs.
By David Ericksen · Community contributor · Official public source checked 2026-10-12T03:24:21.000Z. The higher containment reduces regional wildfire risk for Pacific Grove travelers toward Big Sur, while repair operations continue. · Source status: Official source
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Contributor report received Oct 8, 8:15 AM; source verification completed Oct 8, 8:16 AM.
CAL FIRE lists the Timber Fire at 97% containment as crews secure remaining heat and complete suppression repairs.
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CAL FIRE lists the Timber Fire at 25,352 acres and 97% containment, last updated at 4:09 p.m. PDT Friday, October 9. Fire activity remains minimal across much of the incident while crews secure remaining heat, strengthen containment lines and complete suppression repairs. All evacuation orders were lifted October 7. Pacific Grove residents traveling toward Big Sur should continue checking CAL FIRE and current Caltrans Highway 1 conditions before departure.
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