Big Sur wildfires shut down Hwy 1
- Posted on August 30, 2026
- By The Mercury News
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Devastating wildfires in California's Big Sur region have prompted authorities to implement significant traffic restrictions along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway. The California Highway Patrol has strategically adjusted closure boundaries to ensure public safety, with Highway 1 now restricted between Little Sur River and surrounding affected zones. These emergency measures reflect the ongoing battle against rapidly spreading fires that continue threatening communities and infrastructure throughout the region.
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