A wildfire erupted on Aug. 9, 2026, in Monterey County, southeast of Loma Vista. Cal Fire reported that the fire near Big Sur is in a remote location with difficult access. Cal Fire reported that the fire near Big Sur is in a remote location with difficult access. A wildfire near Big Sur doubled in size overnight, forcing evacuations in Monterey County as fire crews face difficult terrain. The Timber Fire broke out shortly after 9:30 p.m. Saturday in a remote area of grass and brush southeast of Loma Vista.