Highway 70 Re-Opens After Boulders Block Tunnel

Just as the evening commute began, around 5 pm yesterday, boulders fell from the Elephant Butte Tunnel along Highway 70. The boulders, as wide as cars, blocked both lanes of traffic. Fortunately, there were no reports of vehicles in the tunnel when the rocks... Read More.

Susanville CHP Reminds Drivers to Heed Caution Signs

Wind speeds gusted at over 40mph yesterday afternoon, resulting in several overturned big rigs along the 395 corridor from the 36 jct to Nevada.Susanville CHP responded to the incidents and reported; fortunately, there were no injuries as a result of the collisions.High winds are... Read More.

Region’s First Winter Weather Advisory Arrives Today

This winter’s first measurable snow is forecasted; the Reno National Weather Service has issued the region's first winter weather advisory.Snow is expected above 6000 feet. Some projections predict snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches west of 395 and up to 4 inches east... Read More.

The State Denies Big Valley Basin’s Ground Water Sustainability Plan

Lassen County Supervisor Alabugh, who sits on the board, along with other county supervisors from Modoc, announced they would have 180 days to make the state's requested adjustments.In 2014, California enacted the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). This law allows local groups called groundwater... Read More.

Pile Burns Continue Across Lassen and Plumas National Forests

Pile burning is planned across the Plumas National Forest, bringing smoke impacts to nearby communities. Firefighters on all three districts resume the pile burns yesterday.On the Beckwourth Ranger District, burns are being completed near Eureka Ridge; however with forecasted strong winds today, no ignitions... Read More.