Overview
- The Santa Rosa Island Fire, which reached 10,025 acres by Sunday, remained 0% contained Monday morning.
- The Coast Guard said a 67-year-old sailor fired rescue flares after a crash that likely sparked the blaze, as investigators continue to review the cause.
- The National Park Service closed the island to visitors, and a helicopter evacuated 11 park employees with no injuries as two historic buildings burned.
- Strong winds stalled water-drop flights over the weekend, with more crews arriving by boat Monday and teams prioritizing the island’s rare Torrey pines.
- Smoke drifted to the Los Angeles region, and the National Weather Service warned of near-surface smoke through Tuesday.