Severe Winter Storm Warning Issued

On Sunday at 1:58 p.m., the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno, Nevada, announced a winter storm warning effective from 10:00 a.m. Monday until 10:00 p.m. Tuesday for Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra counties. The forecast predicts snowfall ranging from 8 to 24 inches at elevations above... Read More.

Major Flood Warning Issued for Northwestern Lassen County

For Immediate Release-Flood Warning for Northwestern Lassen County The National Weather Service issued a forecast for major flooding in Northwestern Lassen County including Big Valley, Bieber and Nubieber. A flood warning is in effect until noon on Thursday, February 6th. Peak flows are projected to... Read More.

Lassen County Air Quality Programs Support Clean Air and Community Health

The Lassen County Air Pollution Control District is dedicated to ensuring that Lassen County Residents continue to  enjoy good clean air for years to come.   The District is committed to working cooperatively with local businesses and industry in the implementation of Air Quality Programs. The Air Quality Index... Read More.

Update on Tragic Triple Fatality in Head-On Collision on Highway 395

Lassen County Sheriff Press Release-Fatal Traffic Collision on U.S. Highway 395 On January 30, 2025 at approximately 0540 hrs., deputies responded to Highway 395 just south of the Bass Hill landfill for a head-on collision. We learned through witness statements and evidence located on scene, that... Read More.

Support Lassen High’s Tiny Home Project with Building Material Donations

Lassen high school's construction trade classes need you! Actually, we need your leftover building materials. Windows, doors, flooring, insulation, roofing, etc. We're building a tiny home; after years of planning and preparation, including taking apart a whole other building to repurpose its trailer and studs. The... Read More.

Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash on US-395 Sparks Investigation

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has reported a tragic accident that occurred on January 30, 2025, at around 5:40 AM on US-395, north of Waldron Lane. The crash resulted in the deaths of three individuals. According to the CHP, the incident began when a... Read More.