JUST IN: Stretch Of Hwy 1 Closed Today Due To Tree Hazard

MONTEREY COUNTY, CA – A portion of state Highway 1 in Monterey County has been closed today due to a hazardous tree, according to Cal Fire officials.

The closure will affect all traffic, including residents, in both directions and may last until 5 p.m. from Point Sur Lighthouse to North Coast Ridge Road.

Cal Fire officials said the roadway will reopen when there is no longer a threat to firefighters or the public.

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