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Barnes Fire and Mosquito Fire Continue to Blaze

Friday, September 9

The Barnes fire burning in Modoc County has grown to over 4000 acres and prompts a shelter to open. The Modoc Sheriff’s Office said the new incident management team will shadow today and take over operations on Saturday. A shelter is established at the... Read More.

Team Blaze, Cal OES Creates Nations First All-Hazards Fire Engine Strike Team

Thursday, August 18

Cal OES enlists the aid of the military to help combat wildfires throughout the state. The first all-hazards fire engine strike team – known as Team Blaze – operated by a state military department has been created. Strike Teams will consist of a 4-person... Read More.

Hay Trailer Blaze Shuts Down US 395 for 4 Hours

Thursday, July 28

A tractor-trailer carrying a load of hay caught fire yesterday evening shutting down US 395 for 4 hours. Just after 6 pm, the Susanville Ca Highway Patrol responded to the incident near Flux road in Milford on 395. The hay load fully engulfed in... Read More.

Paquetti Ranch in Sierraville Destroyed in February Blaze

Tuesday, March 8

A February blaze leaves Pasquetti Ranch in Sierraville burned to the ground. Due to the intensity of the blaze multiple agencies responded including the US forest service and Loyalton FD. A total of 5 engines, 4 chiefs, 3 water tenders and 2 patrols to... Read More.