This will probably be my last update on this fire, unless something changes.
2026 Plaskett Fire Incident Update
Los Padres National Forest
Current Situation:
The Plaskett Fire is now 83% contained. Last night’s firing operations achieved the intended results, further strengthening containment lines. As the fire becomes more secure, firefighters are increasingly shifting their focus to suppression repair, working alongside resource advisors to protect natural and cultural resources. Overnight, crews continued to patrol the fire and identify and extinguish remaining heat near the perimeter.
The objective remains to keep the fire within its current footprint while firefighters continue strengthening containment and completing suppression repair. As conditions improve and fewer resources are needed, personnel and equipment are being released from the incident and made available to support other fires across the region.
Weather:
Temperatures well above normal continued on Friday, but low pressure aloft crossing the Pacific Northwest and northern California this weekend will spread cooler temperatures over the central portion of the state. Early next week, increased humidity and temperatures near to below normal are expected.
Evacuations:
Monterey County – Evacuation Orders (Leave Now):
Zones: MRY‑F034, MRY‑F035, MRY‑F036, MRY‑G016, FHL-G011, FHL-G012-B, FHL-G014, FHL- G017, FHL-G018, FHL-G023
Monterey County – Evacuation Warnings (Prepare to Go):
Zones: MRY‑F033, MRY-F037A, MRY-F037B, MRY-F038-A, MRY-F039B, MRY- F039, FHL-G012-A, FHL-G012-C, FHL-G015, FHL- G019, FHL-G026
Road Closures:
Highway 1 is closed from 11.1 miles north of the San Luis Obispo/Monterey County Line at Los Burros to 19 miles north of the San Luis Obispo/Monterey County Line at Kirk Creek Camp.
Evacuation Shelters:
If you are in need of shelter due to fire-related evacuation, call Red Cross at 805-678-3073.
*Everyone should “Know Your Zone.” Go to Genasys Protect to identify the zone you reside in.
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I'm so very happy and relieved that the end is in sight and people can return to their homes. Still, be safe everyone!
We’ve been so lucky that the weather was cooperative for both the Timber & Plaskett Fires that the firefighters had success on their operations.
This is my 1st “fire in my yard” event & I’m so impressed with the teams. OES had a contingent that helped replace our H2O line that took several days. They really made sure that these old farts had the help they needed!
Our neighbors on both ridges were invaluable with constant information. And the Big Share & CABS kept us in their fold.
Deep appreciation for all the support.
We know we’re back to some normalcy as the deer have moved in to dine on our plants & get their drinks from the various bowls around the yard!
So total, 1 structure lost to Plaskett and 0 lost to Timber? Phew. Landslides/mudslides might be a problem come winter though.