Highway 1 Collapse in Big Sur Disrupts Travel and Raises Concerns for Future

As experts warn of worsening conditions due to climate change, authorities organize convoys for safe passage and explore long-term solutions.

A significant portion of California's Highway 1 in Big Sur crumbled into the sea, prompting closures and impacting tourism and local residents.
Experts warn that the condition of Highway 1 will continue to deteriorate due to climate change, with more frequent and severe landslides expected.
Convoys are being organized to allow safe passage through the affected areas, but future weather conditions may disrupt these plans.
State and local officials are exploring long-term solutions, including adding tolls or a tunneling system, to address the ongoing challenges of maintaining Highway 1.
All state parks in the Big Sur area are closed indefinitely, with efforts underway to stabilize the roadway and ensure public safety.