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Highway 1 and Big Sur businesses reopen, but Timber fire still burns
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Roger Vincent , as published by Los Angeles Times - California
· August 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The reopening of Highway 1 allows travelers to once again use this route, although the fire remains active in the area. A 12-day closure has ended for Highway 1 in Big Sur, which is now open to travelers.
A 12-day closure has ended for Highway 1 in Big Sur, which is now open to travelers. The closure was caused by the Timber fire, a blaze that continues to burn.
The Timber fire is located in Monterey County. Further details about the fire and its impact are available from the source.
The reopening of Highway 1 allows travelers to once again use this route, although the fire remains active in the area.
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Published: August 22, 2026 ·
Source: Los Angeles Times - California ·
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What is this story about? A 12-day closure has ended for Highway 1 in Big Sur, which is now open to travelers. The closure was caused by the Timber fire, a blaze that continues to burn. The Timber fire is located in Monterey…
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