Chico Man Arrested for Park Fire Arson

A 42-year-old Chico man was arrested July 25th, by Cal Fire arson investigators, assisted by District Attorney investigators on suspicion of starting the Park Fire. Butte County District Attorney Mike Ramsey said the man was arrested after an unknown male was seen pushing a... Read More.

2024 Lassen County Fair Parade Results

The Lassen County Fair Parade dazzled attendees with an array of creative floats, classic vehicles, and spirited performances. This year’s parade results highlight the best of community effort and craftsmanship across multiple categories. Float Awards Commercial 1. Diamond Mountain Casino Organizational 1. U8 Lassen Lightning 2. Lassen County Cattlewomen 3. Lassen... Read More.

Blister Beetle Confirmed in Plumas and Sierra Counties

The Plumas-Sierra Agricultural Department has confirmed the presence of blister beetles in Sierra Valley, marking the first confirmed sighting in the area. The identification was made by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Plant Pest Diagnostics Center, which analyzed multiple insect samples... Read More.

Park Fire Rages East of Chico: Crews Battle 45,550 Acre Blaze

The Park Fire, which ignited on July 24, continues to burn aggressively in Upper Bidwell Park, east of Chico. The wildfire has already scorched 45,550 acres and is currently only 3% contained, posing a significant threat to the area. Extensive evacuation orders and warnings... Read More.

Traffic Alert: State Route 32 is CLOSED

TRAFFIC ALERT: State Route 32 is CLOSED, at the junction with State Route 36 in Tehama County and at Bruce Road in Butte County, due to the #ParkFire. There is no estimated time on when the roadway will reopen. For more information about the Park... Read More.

Gold Complex Fire Update: July 25, 2024 7:00am

Firefighters continue to combat the Gold Complex, which consists of the Mill and Smith Fires, amid challenging conditions. As of this morning's update, the fires have collectively burned 3,007 acres, with the Mill Fire accounting for 2,962 acres and the Smith Fire burning 45... Read More.

Gold Complex Fire Update: July, 24, 2024 7:00am

Gold Complex Update - July 24, 2024—7:00 a.m. Quick Facts Acres: Mill, 2,802; Smith, 56 Containment: Mill 0%; Smith 0% Crews: 15 Helicopters: 8 Engines: 40 Total resources: 491 Dozers: 13 • Join us for an Ask-the-Incident Commander meeting live starting tomorrow, July 25, at 2 p.m. daily at U.S. Forest Service-Plumas National... Read More.

Update Evacuation Zone-Plumas County Sheriff Office

7/23/2024 at 8:12 PM Due to firefighting efforts the following zones have been reduced from an order to a warning status. PLU-093, PLU-097, and PLU-074-B. This area includes Delleker and around Lake Davis. The area around the fire originally known as the Smith Fire is still... Read More.