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Loyalton Fire Department Enhances Wildland Firefighting with a New Off-Road Brush Truck

Thursday, August 24

The Loyalton Fire Department (LVFD) proudly unveils a new off-road brush truck, reinforcing their firefighting capabilities when tackling wildfires. Crafted for rugged conditions, the specialized vehicle will allow the LVFD to navigate challenging terrains often inaccessible to larger apparatus, increasing their ability to respond... Read More.

Susanville Fire Determines Brush Fire Cause

Wednesday, May 17

Susanville Fire determines Monday’s brush fire on the Old Mill property was started by a person.As Susanville Fire crews arrived, they found the fire had jumped across the river from the Old Mill property. A location not uncommon to often find homeless encampments. Cal... Read More.

Pile Burns Resume Near Brush Creek in PNF

Tuesday, January 17

Pile Burning will pick back up in The Plumas National Forest tomorrow. Strong winds with the incoming winter storms halted the planned burns early last week, but firefighters were able to complete 6 acres of pile burns near the Brush Creek Work Center. As... Read More.

Herlong PUD Unveils New Wildland Brush Truck

Wednesday, December 14

Herlong Public Utility District unveiled a new vehicle to add to its fleet with help from FEMA and CALFIRE grants. The district showed off the 2023 Dodge 5500 brush truck, a wildland engine that can respond to wildfires in rough terrain, designed to pump... Read More.