SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — A fire erupted along Highway 101 on the Cuesta Grade just north of San Luis Obispo on Tuesday morning, Sept. 23. The fire was first reported around 10:15 a.m. near Hawk Hill Road along the southbound lanes.

As of 11:11 a.m., the fire has consumed less than 60 acres. Fire officials report that ground and aerial crews are making good progress in containing the blaze. However, the fire has threatened two structures, according to CAL FIRE SLO.

In response, the southbound lane of Highway 101, just south of Stage Coach Road, has been closed to allow emergency personnel to access the area. Additionally, Cal Poly has closed hiking trails in Poly Canyon as a precautionary measure, though the campus itself is not currently at risk.

This is a developing situation, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.