Cal Fire investigating suspicious fire in Monterey County
Cal Fire investigators are looking into the cause of a small fire in Monterey County.
On Thursday night, fire crews were called out to a vegetation fire near the intersection of Monhollan Road and Deer Forest Drive near Monterey. While the fire threatened structures, firefighters contained it to half an acre.
Cal Fire says the fire was near hiking trails into Jacks Peak Park, which is a popular recreation area. They are reminding visitors that cigarettes and campfires pose hazards in wildlands.
Anyone with information about this fire is urged to call (831) 333-2621.
