NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)September 4, 2026Hillsborough
California reopens 11-mile stretch of Highway 1 in Big Sur
Authorities have reopened an 11-mile segment of Highway 1 between the Little Sur River and the Big Sur post office following closures caused by wildfires. Drivers are advised to limit travel to essential trips only, as other sections of the highway remain closed due to ongoing fire-related conditions.
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This reopening restores limited access to a key transit corridor in Big Sur, though residents and visitors must still navigate significant closures elsewhere on the route.
Key Facts
- An 11-mile stretch of Highway 1 has been reopened to traffic.
- The reopened segment spans from the Little Sur River to the Big Sur post office.
- The road was previously closed due to forest fires.
- Other sections of Highway 1 remain closed due to fire-related conditions.
- Motorists are advised to use the road only for necessary travel.
Who's Mentioned
otherTimber“A wildfire that necessitated the road closure.”locationLittle Sur River“The northern boundary of the reopened road segment.”otherPlaskett“A wildfire that necessitated the road closure.”locationBig Sur post office“The southern boundary of the reopened road segment.”locationBig Sur“The region affected by the wildfires and road closures.”locationHighway 1“The primary road affected by the reopening and closures.”locationSan Luis Obispo“County where the road closure persists.”locationPacific Valley“The start of the remaining closed section.”locationMonterey“County where the road closure persists.”