Air quality advisory issued as smoke from fire near Big Sur drifts into the Bay Area

Smoke from a wildfire is affecting the Bay Area. The fire started in Monterey County and has spread across a significant area. Authorities have issued evacuation orders and closed state parks in the affected region.

The Bay Area Air District has taken action in response to the smoke. Residents in certain areas may notice smoky skies and the smell of smoke. Further information about the situation is available from local authorities, including details about the fire's size and containment.