https://www.kazu.org/2026-timber-and-plaskett-fires A collection of KAZU News stories on the Timber and Plaskett Fires that burned in the Big Sur region of Monterey County in 2026 en-US Copyright Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:04:39 GMT https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-09-01/plaskett-fire-grows-anti-monopoly-bill-heads-to-newsom The Plaskett Fire in Big Sur expands with aggressive growth. Lawmakers have passed a bill that would make it easier for the state to go after corporations with monopolistic behavior. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:04:39 GMT https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-09-01/plaskett-fire-grows-anti-monopoly-bill-heads-to-newsom KAZU https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-28/the-trump-administration-upended-how-the-west-fights-wildfires-california-is-bracing-too Fires have burned millions of acres and destroyed hundreds of homes and buildings in the West. California has sent engines and crews to fight fires in other states—but continues to feel vulnerable. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:17:15 GMT https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-28/the-trump-administration-upended-how-the-west-fights-wildfires-california-is-bracing-too https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-28/big-sur-fires-grow-transparency-in-utility-bills Firefighters are facing difficult conditions as they battle the Plaskett Fire. And, a Central Coast energy company is pushes for more transparency. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:24:36 GMT https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-28/big-sur-fires-grow-transparency-in-utility-bills Erin Malsbury https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-27/fires-in-big-sur-prompt-new-evacuation-orders-and-highway-closure-athlete-attempts-historic-coastal-swim The Plaskett Fire started Wednesday, east of Los Burros Road and south of the growing Timber Fire. A record-breaking endurance athlete is swimming her way down the California Coast. Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:27:48 GMT https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-27/fires-in-big-sur-prompt-new-evacuation-orders-and-highway-closure-athlete-attempts-historic-coastal-swim Katie Brown, Amy Mayer https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-26/timber-fire-closes-most-of-ventana-wilderness-bill-would-protect-immigrant-service-providers The Timber Fire has burned 17,817 acres and is moving deeper into the Ventana Wilderness. And, Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill expanding privacy protections for those who provide support services for immigrants. Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:54:24 GMT https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-26/timber-fire-closes-most-of-ventana-wilderness-bill-would-protect-immigrant-service-providers Amy Mayer https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-25/timber-fire-grows-into-wilderness-area-therapy-dogs-support-firefighters The Timber Fire has now crossed the Big Sur River, and firefighters are preparing for continued growth in the Ventana Wilderness. Plus, firefighters battling the fire have found support from therapy dogs at base camp. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:33:23 GMT https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-25/timber-fire-grows-into-wilderness-area-therapy-dogs-support-firefighters Jillian Smith, Katie Brown https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-24/timber-fire-update-czu-fire-rebuild-santa-cruz-rental-assistance The Big Sur Timber Fire has grown to more than 12,000 acres. Santa Cruz County Long Term Recovery Group completes its first full rebuild. And, rental assistance keeps people housed. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:25:36 GMT https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-24/timber-fire-update-czu-fire-rebuild-santa-cruz-rental-assistance Amy Mayer, Erin Malsbury https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-22/monterey-bay-this-week-timber-fire-updates-santa-cruz-at-the-white-house-and-a-new-leader-at-csumb In this week's local news roundup: evacuation orders downgraded to warning in parts of a Timber Fire zone, a meeting between President Donald Trump and two local families, and CSUMB has a new interim president. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-22/monterey-bay-this-week-timber-fire-updates-santa-cruz-at-the-white-house-and-a-new-leader-at-csumb Katie Brown, Erin Malsbury, Jillian Smith, Amy Mayer https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-21/big-sur-community-rallies-and-also-needs-support-lawmakers-seek-alternatives-to-cap-and-invest-money Firefighters are making progress on the Timber Fire, but Big Sur will need ongoing support. And, lawmakers want to protect climate programs but cap and invest auctions are bringing in less revenue. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:15:49 GMT https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-21/big-sur-community-rallies-and-also-needs-support-lawmakers-seek-alternatives-to-cap-and-invest-money Erin Malsbury https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-20/big-sur-terrain-challenges-firefighters-possible-bill-would-limit-utilities-liability-after-fires Firefighters say a challenge on the Timber Fire is getting equipment into the rugged terrain. And, Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to limit utilities' liability for wildfire catastrophes their equipment causes. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:47:48 GMT https://www.kazu.org/kazu-news/2026-08-20/big-sur-terrain-challenges-firefighters-possible-bill-would-limit-utilities-liability-after-fires Jillian Smith