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Timber Fire in Monterey County Burns Over 25,000 Acres, 22% Contained

Timber Fire in Monterey County Burns Over 25,000 Acres, 22% Contained

The Timber Fire in Monterey County, California, has burned 25,190 acres as of 9:17 a.m. on September 1, 2026, according to Cal Fire. This marks a slight increase from the 24,970 acres reported the previous day. Firefighters have made progress in containing the blaze, with containment now at 22%. The fire, which began on August 8 southeast of Loma Vista, has prompted mandatory evacuation orders and shelter-in-place advisories for nearby residents. Cooler temperatures and increased humidity are aiding firefighting efforts, with over 2,000 personnel assigned to the operation.
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Did you feel it? Small earthquake centered near Ontario rattles SoCal

Did you feel it? Small earthquake centered near Ontario rattles SoCal

The earthquake struck nearly four miles southeast of Ontario at 5:37 a.m., according to the United States Geological Survey.
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Deep Creek Fire Expands to 60 Acres Northeast of Lowell, Suppression Efforts Continue Amidst Challenging Conditions

Deep Creek Fire Expands to 60 Acres Northeast of Lowell, Suppression Efforts Continue Amidst Challenging Conditions

The Deep Creek Fire, located approximately 25 miles northeast of Lowell in the Fall Creek area of the Willamette National Forest, has grown to an estimated 60 acres. Firefighters are actively engaged in full suppression efforts against the blaze, which is burning in standing and downed snags on steep slopes. The U.S. Forest Service anticipates active fire behavior due to these challenging conditions. Air attack and helicopters are expected to assist in cooling the advancing fire front once cloud cover dissipates. Unstable and windy weather conditions are forecasted ahead of a cold front, which is predicted to bring widespread precipitation. Ground crews and engines are employing direct suppression tactics where feasible, while also scouting and preparing indirect control lines. Officials are developing a road closure for Forest Service Road 18 from Road 1834 to Road 1844, including the entire Road 1839 system, and are urging the public to avoid the area for safety reasons.
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Who we're taking with our Week 3 high school football picks

Who we're taking with our Week 3 high school football picks

Sports reporter Andrew John is 19-2 with his picks this season, while sports editor Shad Powers is 11-10.
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Deep Creek Fire Northeast of Lowell Expands to 60 Acres, Full Suppression Efforts Underway

Deep Creek Fire Northeast of Lowell Expands to 60 Acres, Full Suppression Efforts Underway

The Deep Creek Fire, located approximately 25 miles northeast of Lowell in the Fall Creek area of the Willamette National Forest, has grown to an estimated 60 acres. Firefighters are engaged in full suppression efforts, according to the U.S. Forest Service. The fire is burning in challenging terrain, characterized by standing and downed snags on steep slopes, which is contributing to active fire behavior. Air attack and helicopters are expected to assist ground crews by cooling the advancing fire front once cloud cover lifts. Unstable and windy conditions are anticipated ahead of a cold front, which is forecast to bring widespread precipitation on Wednesday. Ground crews are employing direct suppression tactics where feasible and are also establishing indirect control lines.
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Hurricane won't hit California, but Coachella Valley may see rain

Hurricane won't hit California, but Coachella Valley may see rain

Despite talk in recent days of a hurricane hitting California, Tropical Storm Marie will stay well offshore, the National Weather Service says.
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Security 101 Acquires Silverstrand Technologies to Expand Southern California Presence

Security 101 Acquires Silverstrand Technologies to Expand Southern California Presence

Security 101 Acquires Silverstrand Technologies to Expand Southern California Presence
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Central Florida Experiences Persistent Drought Conditions Despite Recent Rainfall

Central Florida Experiences Persistent Drought Conditions Despite Recent Rainfall

Central Florida has received some recent rainfall, offering minor relief, but significant drought conditions continue to affect the St. Johns River Water Management District. Despite recent storms during Florida’s summer rainy season, rainfall has remained below average for much of the past year across the district. This deficit has prevented groundwater supplies and river flows from fully recovering. Clay Coarsey, the district’s director of water supply planning and assessment, noted that some of the most severe conditions are in the northern and central parts of the district. He emphasized that nearly three feet of rainfall over three months would be necessary to return drought conditions to normal levels. Orange County has fared comparatively better, with groundwater levels performing better than in counties farther north, and flows at Wekiwa Springs and Rock Springs remaining within normal ranges in July.
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Why cicadas are still making noise in California

Why cicadas are still making noise in California

Cicadas and their buzzing can stick around the Coachella Valley long past summer due to people constantly watering trees.
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Panorama Fire near Banning grows to 23 acres, closes Highway 243

Panorama Fire near Banning grows to 23 acres, closes Highway 243

A crash sparked a wildfire near Banning on Monday, closing a highway.
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Fire spreads to multiple vehicles, building in Desert Hot Springs

Fire spreads to multiple vehicles, building in Desert Hot Springs

Three fire departments were fighting a blaze that had spread to multiple vehicles and a structure on Monday.
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Plaskett Fire Threatens Big Sur with Potential for Long-Duration Wildfire

Plaskett Fire Threatens Big Sur with Potential for Long-Duration Wildfire

The Plaskett Fire, located on the South Coast of Big Sur, California, has grown to approximately 25,000 acres as of August 31, 2026. The fire has spread into the Silver Peak Wilderness, an area characterized by steep, broken terrain and limited road access, making firefighting efforts challenging. A marine layer temporarily subdued fire activity, but the fire remains active in areas with heavy brush and dry conditions. Fire managers are considering containment strategies that could encompass up to 110,000 acres if the fire continues to spread southward. The fire's behavior has been influenced by recent weather patterns, including strong winds and a lack of significant rainfall. Source time: 6:00 PM PDT, August 31, 2026.