The California Highway Patrol has reopened Highway 101 in the Alisal Fire area around 6 p.m. this evening, but the evacuation zones remain in effect. A map of the evacuation warning and evacuation order areas can be found at ReadySBC.org .
The press release from the Sheriff’s Office states that traffic into the evacuation zones is restricted and there will be roadblocks in these areas to prevent access. The Sheriff’s Office has increased patrol in these areas to ensure security of the residences and buildings as well as to keep the area clear of traffic that would impede firefighting efforts.
Train service was also restored today at 4 p.m. along the fire-scarred railroad tracks for the first time since the Alisal Fire broke out this Monday, allowing trains to travel north and south. The first train reportedly went through at 4:15 p.m.