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Brush fire off of Highway 101 in King City




King City, CA (Photo provided by Jazzy Avheza) – On Sunday, June 3 at 3:43 pm, CAL FIRE received a call for a vegetation fire near the area of Southbound Highway 101 at Jolon Road (Monterey County). CAL FIRE responded to the fire with 1 CAL FIRE Battalion Chiefs, 2 Cal Fire Engines, 1 engine from Fort Hunter Liggett, and Southern Monterey County Fire Protection District also responded with an engine and a water tender.

Upon arrival of the first firefighters, the fire was progressing toward the river bottom in thick brush. Heavy winds pushed the fire to the south. 2 additional engines and 1 dozer was then requested due to the extreme fire growth and potential. Warm temperature, and gusty winds fanned the flames to 8.6 acres before firefighters contained the fire at 4:48 pm. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Residents are encouraged to exercise extreme caution when in or near the wildland or open areas to prevent a fire. It is important that everyone monitor the weather and be on the lookout for fires. If fires occur in the area, be prepared to follow all instructions of fire and law enforcement officials if an evacuation is ordered. The public is encouraged to review “Ready, Set, Go” procedures at www.ReadyForWildfire.org. Each person and family should insure that they are “Set” for a potential emergency and prepared to activate the “Go” (evacuation) portion in a calm and safe manner.
For more ways to prepare and prevent wildfires visit www.ReadyForWildfire.org or www.fire.ca.gov.

                                Here are some tips to help prepare your home and property:
  • Clear all dead or dying vegetation 100 feet around all structures.
  • Landscape with fire resistant/drought tolerant plants, especially native species.
  • Find alternative ways to dispose of landscape debris like chipping or hauling it to a biomass energy facility.
For additional information on preparing for and preventing wildfires visit www.ReadyForWildfire.org.

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