Buckhorn Summit slide area on State Route 299

CalTrans is working on the Buckhorn Summit slide area on State Route 299, but motorists may notice the project taking a little longer than originally expected. During excavation, crews encountered more moisture in the slope than anticipated. To ensure a safe and long-lasting repair, engineers... Read More.

Fender Fire

A vegetation fire has been reported near Fender Flat on the North Warner Mountains at 6:30 pm, with fire resources dispatched to the scene. The fire is estimated to be 1 to 1.5 acres in size, with smoke visible from Alturas and Highway 395... Read More.

Hamilton Branch Prescribed Burn

CAL FIRE Lassen Modoc Unit will be conducting a timber understory prescribed burn on Friday, March 27, through March 28, 2026, in the Hamilton Branch area near Lake Almanor. Smoke will be visible near the communities of Hamilton Branch and Chester, CA, as well as... Read More.

CAL FIRE Lassen-Modoc Crews Prepare for Fire Season

Last week, our seasonal firefighters from the CAL FIRE Lassen Modoc Unit gathered at Devil’s Garden Fire Center for their annual re-hire academy—and it was a full week of preparation, teamwork, and skill-building. From completing essential training and paperwork to inspecting gear and sharpening critical... Read More.

Plumas-Sierra County Fair Faces $300,000 Shortfall Amid Budget Review

Plumas County officials revealed a significant budget shortfall in the Plumas-Sierra County Fair department, needing approximately $300,000 in cash to complete the fiscal year ending June 30. The deficit was disclosed during a midterm review of the county's 2025-2026 budget, which overall faces a... Read More.

STOP: Wait for the Pilot Car

Highway Patrol in Susanville has noticed a spike in drivers ignoring black and white regulatory signs in our local construction zones. Specifically, motorists are failing to wait for the pilot car at intersections. Our officers are actively enforcing these zones. CHP  has issued numerous citations... Read More.