Wildfire prompts evacuations along California's Big Sur coast
A wildfire in the Los Padres national forest has grown to 3,000 acres, prompting evacuations in areas along California's Big Sur coast. Nearly 500 fire personnel are battling the blaze.
A wildfire burning in the Los Padres national forest has prompted evacuations along California's Big Sur coast. The Timber fire, which started on Sunday, had grown to nearly 3,000 acres by Tuesday evening.
Nearly 500 fire personnel have been assigned to the fire, according to Cal Fire, the state's fire agency. The fire is burning in steep, rugged mountains near the famous Big Sur coast.
Evacuations have been ordered for areas along the coast as the fire continues to burn. The cause of the fire has not been reported.
The Los Padres national forest is a large forest that covers much of the central coast of California, including the Big Sur area. The forest is known for its rugged terrain and diverse wildlife.
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Where is the Timber fire located?
The Timber fire is located in the Los Padres national forest, near California's Big Sur coast. It is burning in steep, rugged mountains.
How many acres has the fire burned?
The Timber fire has grown to nearly 3,000 acres as of Tuesday evening.
How many fire personnel are battling the blaze?
Nearly 500 fire personnel have been assigned to the fire, according to Cal Fire, the state's fire agency.
Have evacuations been ordered?
Yes, evacuations have been ordered for areas along the Big Sur coast due to the fire.
What is the current status of the fire?
The fire is still burning, and nearly 500 fire personnel are working to contain it. The cause of the fire has not been reported.
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