The Madre Fire erupted at 1:07 p.m. along state Route 166 near New Cuyama, ultimately consuming over 8,396 acres with zero containment by 4:09 p.m. The California Department of Transportation advises the public to avoid state Route 166 East, which is now closed from U.S. Route 101 to Perkins Road. The fire is driven by winds in an area with dense vegetation, according to fire officials. Evacuation orders and warnings are currently active in San Luis Obispo County, with details available through local resources.
The Madre Fire started at 1:07 p.m. along state Route 166 near New Cuyama, and was at 8,396 acres with zero containment by 4:09 p.m.
The California Department of Transportation is urging the public to avoid state Route 166 East, which is closed from U.S. Route 101 to Perkins Road.
The flames are wind-driven and in an area of heavier vegetation, according to Scott Safechuck, spokesperson for the Santa Barbara County Fire Department.
Evacuation orders and warnings have been issued in San Luis Obispo County, with information available on the county's website or the Sheriff's Office's Facebook page.
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