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Fire Weather Watch for Siskiyou and Modoc Counties Due to Lightning and Dry Fuels

Wednesday, June 17

The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING FOR ABUNDANT LIGHTNING ON DRY FUELS * IMPACTS...Abundant lightning on dry fuels can create many firestarts. Any fires that develop could spread rapidly. Numerous... Read More.

CALIFORNIA POLICE CHIEFS ASSOCIATION AND CALIFORNIA STATE SHERIFFS’ ASSOCIATION OPPOSE PROPOSAL TO CLOSE ANOTHER STATE PRISON

Wednesday, June 17

Lassen County Sheriff Press Release - The California Police Chiefs Association (CPCA) and the California State Sheriffs’ Association (CSSA) today expressed strong opposition to the Legislature’s proposal to close another California state prison as part of the 2026-27 budget package. Over the past decade, California has... Read More.

Susanville Active Shooter Training Drill at Shaffer Elementary School on June 17

Tuesday, June 16

Susanville CHP and local emergency agencies are hosting a large-scale active shooter training exercise tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Shaffer Elementary School. Please Do Not Be Alarmed: If you see a heavy presence of first responders, emergency vehicles,... Read More.

Plumas County Wildfire Recovery Ordinance Set to Expire Ending Temporary Housing Extensions

Monday, June 15

Plumas County reports an urgency ordinance related to recovery from the Beckwourth Complex Fire and the Dixie Fire is scheduled to sunset June 30. The ordinance affects debris and hazard tree removal and emergency interim housing. In August and September 2021, while the Dixie and Beckwourth... Read More.

Flag Day Sunday, June 14

Friday, June 12

Flag Day falls on June 14 each year in the United States. It marks the day in 1777 when the Continental Congress adopted the first American flag design. This original flag had 13 stripes and 13 stars, representing the 13 colonies. Flag Day is not... Read More.

HOPE Food Pantry Summer Fundraisers Support Susanville Families in Need

Thursday, June 11

The HOPE Food Pantry located in Susanville behind the United Methodist Church is doing several fundraisers this summer. HOPE Food Pantry provides supplemental food to approximately 170 families a week, about 500 people. Distribution of food is on Friday afternoons 2:30-6:00. Lassen Country resident's... Read More.

Modoc County Sheriff Reminds Drone Operators to Follow Safety and Privacy Rules

Wednesday, June 10

Due to recent reports of drone activity in Modoc County, the Modoc County Sheriff's Office would like to remind drone operators to know the rules before you fly. Drone operators are responsible for following all federal, state, and local regulations, including respecting the privacy of... Read More.

CalFire in Prescribed Burn Assist

Monday, June 8

Starting on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the CAL FIRE LassenModoc Unit will be assisting Standish-Litchfield Fire Department and a private landowner with a 3-acre prescribed burn in the area of Center Road and Cut-off Road in Litchfield. The burn will be conducted only when weather... Read More.

Press release regarding water

Saturday, June 6

The city of Susanville is working on repairs to Well No. 3, the main source of irrigation water during summer. Repairs are ongoing, and city staff are monitoring water storage levels closely. Current storage is enough to meet community needs and emergencies. With warmer weather coming and... Read More.

California Highway Patrol Warns About Deadly Heat Risks for Children and Pets in Parked Cars

Friday, June 5

California Highway Patrol reminds folks that temperatures inside a parked car can rise quickly, creating deadly conditions. In just 10 minutes, the temperature inside a vehicle can increase by 20 degrees. This rapid heat buildup puts children and pets at serious risk. Each year, 37 children... Read More.

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Fire Weather Watch for Siskiyou and Modoc Counties Due to Lightning and Dry Fuels

CALIFORNIA POLICE CHIEFS ASSOCIATION AND CALIFORNIA STATE SHERIFFS’ ASSOCIATION OPPOSE PROPOSAL TO CLOSE ANOTHER STATE PRISON

Susanville Active Shooter Training Drill at Shaffer Elementary School on June 17

Plumas County Wildfire Recovery Ordinance Set to Expire Ending Temporary Housing Extensions

Flag Day Sunday, June 14

HOPE Food Pantry Summer Fundraisers Support Susanville Families in Need

Modoc County Sheriff Reminds Drone Operators to Follow Safety and Privacy Rules

CalFire in Prescribed Burn Assist

Press release regarding water

California Highway Patrol Warns About Deadly Heat Risks for Children and Pets in Parked Cars

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