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Saturday Storms Cause Lightning Fires Near Mill Fire in Eastern Plumas County

Wednesday, August 7

A thunderstorm that passed over the eastern side of the Plumas National Forest on Saturday brought heavy rain and more than 50 lightning strikes to the area. On Sunday, two holdover lightning fires from the storm were discovered on the Beckwourth Ranger District. The largest... Read More.

Park Fire Rages in Mill Creek Drainage

Wednesday, August 7

The park fire has now consumed over 100,000 acres of the Lassen National Forest. Activity is increasing on the northeast edge of the blaze. Increased fire activity in the Mill Creek drainage continues to push the fire closer to Mineral. Updates from Calfire received around... Read More.

$290k Highway Signage Replacement Project to Bring Minor Delays Across Region

Tuesday, August 6

Caltrans District 2 is giving you the heads-up to plan on one-way traffic controls as they are about to start a project to replace curve warning signs on several routes in our area. This project will involve removing and replacing signs along 395 in... Read More.

Sheriff’s Office Needs Your Help with Vandalism Case

Tuesday, August 6

The Sierra County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s help to identify those responsible for some recent vandalism at the Loyalton Adult Education School bathrooms near the old elementary school. The bathrooms have been damaged, including broken signs and trash tossed around. While the... Read More.

Algae Bloom Alert for Turner Creek: What You Need to Know

Tuesday, August 6

The California Department of Water Resources and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife have issued an Algal Mat Alert for Turner Creek, about 0.6 miles above the Pit River near the Modoc National Forest. Harmful algal blooms (HABs) aren't just about what's floating in... Read More.

Park Fire Sees Largest Growth in Days; Fire Activity Increases with Drier Hotter Weather

Tuesday, August 6

On Monday afternoon, a pyrocumulus smoke plume reaching 35,000 feet in the air was visible across the region. While the smoke did not settle into the area, it was alarming. Maps from overnight indicate that due to yesterday's weather, fire intensity increased significantly in the... Read More.

Plan for Long Delays thru I-80 Corridor- Emergency Construction Repairs Continues

Monday, August 5

If traveling along the I-80 Sierra corridor this week, be prepared for significant delays due to ongoing construction and emergency repairs across Placer, Nevada, and Sierra counties. Caltrans advises drivers to plan for up to two-hour delays and adjust travel times accordingly. Here's what... Read More.

Wolf Dogs, Zoning Laws, & Nuisance Properties, Susanville City Council Tackles Full Agenda Wednesday

Monday, August 5

This August 7th, the Susanville City Council will meet to discuss several pressing issues, including updates to zoning laws, nuisance properties, and complaints about hybrid wolf dogs. The City Planning Department will present lien hearings to recover costs from the Teazak Family Trust for two... Read More.

Mill Fire Fully Contained; Gold Complex Transitioning to Local Management

Monday, August 5

The Mill Fire has scorched 2,962 acres and is now fully contained as of last night. Firefighters successfully secured the remaining perimeter, bringing the fire to 100% containment by 6 p.m. yesterday. The Smith Fire, which burned 45 acres, also remains fully contained. With the... Read More.

Park Fire Containment Grows, 34% August 5, 2024

Monday, August 5

Containment on the Park fire continues to improve while the active fire in the Northeastern edge remains active and the most challenging terrain for firefighters. The Lassen National Forest says Firefighters have been aggressively battling the Park Fire since it started on July 24, but... Read More.

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Saturday Storms Cause Lightning Fires Near Mill Fire in Eastern Plumas County

Park Fire Rages in Mill Creek Drainage

$290k Highway Signage Replacement Project to Bring Minor Delays Across Region

Sheriff’s Office Needs Your Help with Vandalism Case

Algae Bloom Alert for Turner Creek: What You Need to Know

Park Fire Sees Largest Growth in Days; Fire Activity Increases with Drier Hotter Weather

Plan for Long Delays thru I-80 Corridor- Emergency Construction Repairs Continues

Wolf Dogs, Zoning Laws, & Nuisance Properties, Susanville City Council Tackles Full Agenda Wednesday

Mill Fire Fully Contained; Gold Complex Transitioning to Local Management

Park Fire Containment Grows, 34% August 5, 2024

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