New sawmill in Crescent Mills will aid Indian Valley recovery

The rising price of building materials is already a significant obstacle to rebuilding. Various contractors of existing projects in the county were already reporting increases in lumber prices even before the fire. Those with burnt out properties that were building report replacement materials sometimes... Read More.

Rescue near Gerlach

Volunteers with the Washoe County Search and Rescue Specialized Vehicle Unit and Gerlach deputies rescued a family lost north of Gerlach last night due to the weekends torrential storm conditions. A family of three were traveling between Cedarville and Empire last night where the dirt... Read More.

California Fish & Game Grants

California’s wildlife rehabilitators play an important role in caring for our state’s wildlife. They provide vital care and treatment for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife, with the goal of eventually releasing the animals back to the wild. This work can be stressful and demanding,... Read More.

Flash Flood/Debris Flow Warning

The National Weather Service has indicated the incoming storm now has a HIGH likelihood to trigger a Flash Flood/Debris Flow Warning for portions of the Dixie Fire burn scar, bringing as much as 10” of rain to some areas and 50+ mph winds. If... Read More.

Lassen National Forest Fall Prescribed Burning Program

Lassen National Forest Fall Prescribed Burning Program SUSANVILLE, Calif., October 25, 2021 — The Lassen National Forest (LNF) is preparing to implement the fall prescribed fire program. Prescribed burning will begin when weather conditions allow for safe and effective burning conditions, tentatively scheduled for October 25, and... Read More.

More rain coming

According to Meteorologist KTVN Jeff Martinez,  One more slug of moisture is moving through the region this morning with heavy snow in the Sierra and valley rain and snow showers. By this afternoon conditions will improve as the storm sets up in central and... Read More.

Chains required on 80

I-80 has reopened over the summit, but only to cars. Semi-trucks are still being held. Also, chains are required on I-580 between Reno and Carson City. Get more weather updates here: https://bit.ly/3nqB2e3 And the snow is flying!!! Chain control: I-80 is R2 Donner Lake Rd to Kingvale in... Read More.

Check Road Conditions

STATE ROUTE 70 CLOSURE: Due to mudslides and flooding, State Route 70 remains closed from Jarbo Gap to the Greenville Wye. Please avoid the area as crews continue to work to clear the roadway. Make sure you check the road conditions before traveling out.  Snow,... Read More.

Additional FEMA Rental Assistance Available for Fire Survivors

Release Date: October 20, 2021 SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Survivors of the recent California wildfires, who are receiving rental assistance for temporary housing through FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program, may get additional help if needed. Rental assistance is for paying rent. This includes a security deposit, and rent... Read More.

Last Day to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance is Monday

Release Date: October 19, 2021 SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The last day to apply for disaster assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is Oct. 25, 2021. Homeowners, renters and business owners who sustained uninsured or underinsured damage to their property... Read More.