The Dolan Fire was a wildfire that burnt in Big Sur, California. The fire began at approximately 8:15 p.m. on August 18, 2020. Although the cause is officially listed as unknown, the fire was suspected to have started by arson, and a man has been arrested in connection with the fire. The man claimed he lit the fire to hide five murders, but his mental competency, the true intentionality of the arson, and the actual existence of bodies were put in question. On September 23, 2020, a judge ruled that he was competent to stand trial. As of December 31, 2020, the fire has been fully contained.