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Driver Dies After Plummeting 500 Feet in Big Sur

2/12/2026

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  • A driver died after falling about 500 feet from a cliff along Highway 1 near Hurricane Point in Big Sur, California.
  • The incident occurred around 4:22 p.m. on Tuesday amid stormy weather.
  • The Monterey County Sheriff's Office said the driver's identity has not been released.
  • Sheriff Tina Nieto said stormy weather complicated rescue efforts and required safety precautions.
  • The California Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.