Brace for Quick-Passing Thunderstorms This Week

The Reno National Weather Service forecasts an increased risk of thunderstorms early this week. These storms are expected to bring little to no rainfall as they move into neighboring Nevada. They are expected to produce heavy downpours, which may lead to flash flooding... Read More.

PG&E Moves Along in Undergrounding Efforts on SR70

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) will begin repair work along Highway 70 near the Greenville Wye this week as part of ongoing efforts to address damage from the 2021 Dixie Fire. Motorists can expect delays in the area. This project, known as the Gansner... Read More.

Recreation Repairs Continue in Plumas National Forest

As the summer recreation season reaches its midpoint, Plumas National Forest staff and their concessionaire continue to make repairs and improvements across the forest's recreational facilities. Forest Service officials warn some of the work has prompted a few closures for the week. Three Lakes Road is... Read More.

One Rescued, Two Cats Perish in North Mesa Street Fire

Susanville Fire says SIFC dispatched the department along with CALFIRE to a report of a fence fire on the 100 block of North Mesa around 1 pm Thursday. When Clafire engines arrived, they found heavy smoke and fire coming from the back of the... Read More.

Home Fire on N. Mesa

Thursday afternoon, Susanville Fire responded to a home fire on N. Mes.a. The blaze forced the roadway to be closed for several hours for emergency response teams as crews worked to knock down the flames. The blaze was first reported around 2 p.m. Unconfirmed reports... Read More.

Lassen National Forest Implements Fire Restrictions

Forest-wide Fire Restrictions implemented through September 30, 2024. Due to increased fire danger and for public safety, the Lassen National Forest has implemented forest-wide fire restrictions July 17, 2024, through September 30, 2024, or until rescinded. Fire restrictions enhance public safety, protect natural and cultural... Read More.