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Half-acre fire shuts down Monterey County's Jacks Peak Park
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· August 9, 2026
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Key takeaway Fire crews from various agencies, including Cal Fire, worked to stop the fire's progress.
A fire in Monterey County's Jacks Peak Park prompted its closure on Sunday. The fire, which broke out on Saturday, was contained to about half an acre. Fire crews from various agencies, including Cal Fire, worked to stop the fire's progress.
The park, a popular recreation spot, has hiking trails and is located near the city of Monterey. The fire started near Jacks Peak Road and was largely under control by Saturday evening. Crews continued to monitor the area on Sunday.
Further details about the fire and park closure are available from local sources, including NBC Bay Area.
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Category: safety Published: August 9, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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