A portion of the Pacific Coast Highway finally reopens to the public after fires

Published May 25, 2025 at 8:10 AM EDT

An 11-mile stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway that has been closed to the public since the Palisades Fire has reopened. There's great anticipation — and some anxiety — from locals.

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