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Improperly Extinguished Campfire Sparks One-Acre Blaze in Sierra County

Wednesday, October 23

A one-acre fire, named the Mitchell Fire, broke out in eastern Sierra County south of Long Valley, after an abandoned campfire rekindled due to strong winds. Fire crews from the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and Truckee Meadows Fire, along with the Sierra County Sheriff's Office,... Read More.

Missing 16-Year-Old Hiker Found Safe After Spending Night in Sub-Freezing Temperatures

Monday, October 21

Camila "Mila" Schweyer, the 16-year-old hiker who went missing in the Lakes Basin area, was found safe yesterday near Long Lake after spending a night in sub-freezing temperatures. Schweyer was located at approximately 4 p.m. on Monday, bringing an end to an intensive search... Read More.

Captured: The End of Caleb Duerrs Elusive Escape

Friday, October 18

Following a manhunt that lasted nearly a month, escaped inmate Caleb Duerr is in custody. Duerr has been on the run since September 27th when he was able to escape the Quincy jail recreational yard during a morning rec time by what the Sheriff's Office... Read More.

Lassen County Honors Young Heroes with Inaugural Youth Hometown Hero Award

Thursday, October 17

In a heartfelt assembly at Shaffer School, the Lassen County community came together to honor two extraordinary young girls, Savanna and Ashlee Zimmerman, with the inaugural Lassen County Youth Hometown Hero Award. This new award recognizes courageous individuals who exemplify kindness and selflessness through... Read More.

PG&E Issues Warning for Potential Power Shutoffs Due to High Winds

Wednesday, October 16

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has announced the possibility of Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) in Plumas and Sierra Counties starting Thursday, as dry, northerly winds are expected to increase wildfire risk. PG&E’s meteorologists are closely monitoring the situation, and the company’s Emergency... Read More.

Vegetation Fire Contained on Highway 139, No Injuries Reported

Wednesday, October 16

Early in the morning on October 15, 2024, the Susanville Fire Department (SFD) responded to a vegetation fire near Highway 139 and Hall Street. The call came in at around 12:28 a.m. When SFD's Truck 1 (T-1) arrived on the scene, firefighters found a... Read More.

Tragic Crash on Highway 32 Claims Life of Chico Man

Tuesday, October 15

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is investigating a fatal crash involving a 44-year-old Chico man who died after his vehicle went off Highway 32 near Alder Creek Campground on the evening of October 11th. According to the CHP, the man was driving westbound in his... Read More.

Susanville City Council to Tackle Economic Growth and Future Planning

Monday, October 14

At this Wednesday's City Council meeting, a key topic of discussion will be Susanville’s economic performance and how it affects the city's future planning. Recent data which will be presented by Economic Development Director Tamara Spade, reveals that sales receipts for the city were... Read More.

Red Cross Teams Up with Susanville Fire Department Open House, Offering Free Smoke Alarms

Friday, October 11

The Susanville Fire Department's highly anticipated annual open house is making a return this Saturday, offering a day packed with family fun and essential fire safety education. This beloved tradition draws crowds eager for fire truck rides on one of Susanville's original engines, firefighter... Read More.

County Streamlines Fire Warden Resolution for Countywide Burn Regulations

Thursday, October 10

In a move to enhance fire safety and simplify outdoor burning regulations, the Lassen County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved an updated Fire Warden Resolution, modernizing the permitting process and expanding the Fire Warden's authority. This update marks the first significant change since the... Read More.

Featured News

Improperly Extinguished Campfire Sparks One-Acre Blaze in Sierra County

Missing 16-Year-Old Hiker Found Safe After Spending Night in Sub-Freezing Temperatures

Captured: The End of Caleb Duerrs Elusive Escape

Lassen County Honors Young Heroes with Inaugural Youth Hometown Hero Award

PG&E Issues Warning for Potential Power Shutoffs Due to High Winds

Vegetation Fire Contained on Highway 139, No Injuries Reported

Tragic Crash on Highway 32 Claims Life of Chico Man

Susanville City Council to Tackle Economic Growth and Future Planning

Red Cross Teams Up with Susanville Fire Department Open House, Offering Free Smoke Alarms

County Streamlines Fire Warden Resolution for Countywide Burn Regulations

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