Wildfires Disrupt Traffic, Force Evacuations on Highways 101 California 58 Oregon

A brush fire near a homeless encampment has partially blocked northbound lanes of Highway 101 near Morgan Hill, California, leading the California Highway Patrol to issue a SigAlert and advise drivers to use alternate routes due to heavy traffic. In Oregon, the Aubrey Mountain Fire east of Oakridge has burned approximately 35 acres in steep, wooded terrain, prompting a Level 3 evacuation order for nearby residents and closure of Highway 58 between mileposts 36 and 62. Firefighters from multiple agencies, including the USDA Forest Service and Oregon Department of Forestry, are actively combating the fire using engines, hand crews, hotshot crews, helicopters, and air tankers, with efforts focused on perimeter line construction and controlling spot fires caused by strong winds. Highway 58 has partially reopened with flaggers and pilot cars directing traffic in one lane, but delays and caution are still advised due to ongoing firefighting operations and road hazards. Weather conditions with warmer temperatures and moderate to strong winds are complicating the fire suppression work, and smoke remains visible in the area. Authorities continue to monitor both fires closely, urging drivers and residents to stay informed and follow evacuation and traffic guidance.