As rain continues to pummel the Bay Area, some are growing increasingly concerned about fire-damaged areas, including Monterey County.
County officials issued an evacuation warning for the Dolan burn scar area and areas in and around River Road in Salinas Sunday afternoon. The order is in effect until Tuesday morning.
With the high levels of rain, "Properties and people located below or downstream of the burn areas are at an increased risk for flooding and debris flows," the order read.
The parts of the county most likely to deal with "runoff, flooding, debris, and/or mudflows" are the areas impacted most by the fires of August 2020.
If conditions change or worsen, additional evacuation orders may be issued.
"If you are concerned about your safety or feel that your life is threatened, leave the area; do not wait for officials to tell you to do so," the order read.
Highway 1 at Deetjen's Big Sur Resort (Postmile 42.1) and Ragged Point were closed at 8 p.m. on Sunday.
A high wind advisory is also in effect until 4 p.m. Monday, with winds up to 45 miles per hour. This could lead to downed tree limbs and power outages.
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