Pile Burning near Challenge

Update on pile burning near Challenge.Wedneday firefighters are planning to treat approximately 40 acres of piles near Challenge in the Dry Creek area south of the town.North winds are forecasted for the remainder of the week. Good smoke dispersal is expected. Firefighters are working... Read More.

Plumas NF Continues Burns Near Challenge

Ignitions continue in the Challenge area, well to the SE of Quincy and Loyalton, as the Plumas National Forest moves forward with an aggressive schedule to perform prescribed burns. Crews completed over 180 acres of piles by 1 am this morning.Tamara Schmidt, an informational... Read More.

Plumas National Forest to Burn 150 Acres in Challenge Area

Plumas National Forest firefighters say prescribed burns will start in the Feather River Ranger District Challenge area if the weather holds.Crews plan to ignite around 150 acres within three segments. Burns may continue through June 4th. You can also expect to see smoke for... Read More.

Pile Burns Continue Near Challenge

Plumas National Forest firefighters continue pile burning near Challenge on the Feather River Ranger District, today if weather conditions allow. Crews plan to ignite around 10 acres of piles near Dry Creek Road.Firefighters from Firestorm, the Tahoe National Forest, and the Beckwourth Ranger District... Read More.