Morro Bay museum closed as firefighters investigate smoke in the building
The Morro Bay Museum of Natural History closed on Wednesday after staff reported smoke in the building, according to California State Parks Chief Ranger Eric Hjelstrom.
“It smells like an electrical issue,” Hjelstrom said. “There’s no open flame or anything, we’re just making sure nothing’s smoldering.”
The museum will be closed on Wednesday while the Morro Bay Fire Department investigates the cause of the smoke and airs out the building, according to Hjelstrom.
“Thankfully, it didn’t burn the building down or anything,” Hjelstrom said. “We’re just going to do what we have to do to make sure it’s safe. If it’s not, we won’t open.”
The Morro Bay Fire Department, Morro Bay Police Department and State Parks officials responded to the museum’s call.
The museum, located at 20 State Park Road, is usually open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., according to the State Parks website.
This story was originally published February 15, 2023 at 9:30 AM.
