Devastating Blaze Consumes Chicos Iconic Bidwell Mansion

 Chico's historic Bidwell Mansion was destroyed by fire early Wednesday morning.The fire was reported around 3:15 a.m. Wednesday at 525 Esplanade.  The entire structure was engulfed in flames. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Asst. Fire Chief Chris Zinko told Action News... Read More.

Historic St. Francis Hotel, Utopia Burn in Early Morning Blaze

On Friday, November 1, 2024, at around 3 a.m., first responders battled a blaze that gutted the historic Uptown Susanville St. Francis Hotel and adjoining building, which is home to Utopia Real Estate.It is unclear how the fire started, as crews continue salvaging the... Read More.

Blaze in Ravendale Grows Over 400 Acres, 50% Contained

The Tuledad Fire sparks northeast of Susanville in Ravendale, growing to over 400 acres Sunday. The fire started early afternoon with a moderate rate of spread in the grass and brush near Marr rd and Tuledad Rd.The latest reports by CALFIRE indicated the fire... Read More.

Stockade Canyon Wildfire-Crews Make Progress in Containing Blaze

As of July 30th, efforts to contain the Stockade Canyon Wildfire burning Northwest of Gerlach have intensified, with three additional crews, including a hotshot team, successfully deployed to strategic locations yesterday. The Bureau of Land Management - Nevada reported that today's focus will be... Read More.

Park Fire Rages East of Chico: Crews Battle 45,550 Acre Blaze

The Park Fire, which ignited on July 24, continues to burn aggressively in Upper Bidwell Park, east of Chico. The wildfire has already scorched 45,550 acres and is currently only 3% contained, posing a significant threat to the area. Extensive evacuation orders and warnings... Read More.

Susanville Fire Provides Update on Shasta St. Home Blaze

Susanville Fire Department provides an update regarding the home fire that occurred on Shasta Street late Saturday evening.According to the department's report, at approximately 11 p.m., fire engines arrived at the scene to find the residence located at 704 Shasta Street fully engulfed in... Read More.

2 Alarm Blaze Damages Susanville Home

A house fire broke out on Hall street, causing major damage to the home’s roof. Susanville fire and Calfire L-M unit responded to the 2-alarm blaze suspected of having been caused by an electrical failure. Emergency crews were first alerted to smoke pouring from... Read More.

Barnes Fire and Mosquito Fire Continue to Blaze

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.