Timber and Plaskett Fires Burn Over 19,000 Acres in Big Sur, California
Timber and Plaskett Fires Burn Over 19,000 Acres in Big Sur, California
US · Published Aug 28, 2026
Two wildfires, the Timber Fire and the Plaskett Fire, are currently burning in California's Big Sur region, threatening structures and prompting evacuations.
The Timber Fire, which started on August 8, has grown to 19,296 acres and is 21% contained as of Thursday morning.

Impact & Risks

The Timber Fire has already destroyed one minor structure and continues to threaten hundreds of others in Monterey County. Evacuation orders and warnings are in place for areas near both fires, particularly in the steep and remote sections of the Ventana Wilderness and the coastal community of Plaskett. The challenging terrain and persistent wildfire weather conditions, including low humidity and gusty winds, are contributing to the fires' spread. Fire activity is expected to remain elevated, and containment percentages may fluctuate as suppression efforts continue. The emergence of the Plaskett Fire has added pressure to firefighting resources already committed to the Timber Fire.

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