What is the name and location of the wildfires?
As of September 30, 2026, two wildfires have affected California’s central coast in the Los Padres National Forest.
The Timber Fire is burning southeast of Loma Vista in Monterey County, along the Big Sur coastline, near Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and the Ventana Wilderness.
The Plaskett Fire was located approximately 20 miles south of the Timber Fire, spanning Monterey and San Luis Obispo counties along the Highway 1 corridor near the Nacimiento River.
Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfires?
Several communities and areas in Central California affected by wildfires include:
What is the current containment status of the wildfires?
As of September 30, 2026, the Timber Fire has burned approximately 25,349 acres and remains 88% contained (1). The Plaskett Fire burned 29,993 acres and reached 100% containment on September 29 (2).
Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?
Level 3 “Go” evacuation orders remain in place for numerous Monterey County zones affected by the Timber Fire. Evacuation orders for the Plaskett Fire were lifted on September 16 as fire conditions improved.
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How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.
- Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
- Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
- Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
- Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
As of September 30, 2026, the Timber Fire is 88% contained, while the Plaskett Fire reached 100% contained on September 29.
