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Prescribed Burns Set to Enhance Wildfire Prevention in Eastern Sierra County

Wednesday, March 5

Controlled Burns in Eastern Sierra CountyThe U.S. Forest Service and Cal Fire will be conducting prescribed burns in eastern Sierra County over the next several days as part of ongoing wildfire prevention and forest management efforts.Cal Fire Burn Area: Antelope Valley - West of... Read More.

Stranded Snowmobiler Rescued in Eastern Sierra County Thanks to Team Effort

Monday, March 3

Successful Search and Rescue of Stranded Snowmobiler in Eastern Sierra CountySierra County, CA – March 1, 2025 – The Sierra County Sheriff’s Office successfully located and rescued a snowmobiler who became stranded after getting separated from his riding partner and inadvertently riding deep into... Read More.

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Lassen, Eastern Plumas, and Eastern Sierra Counties

Thursday, February 6

The National Weather Service office in Reno has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Lassen, eastern Plumas, and eastern Sierra counties, affecting areas above 5,000 feet in elevation. The warning is in effect from 10:00 a.m. today until noon on Friday.Forecasters are predicting heavy... Read More.

Eastern Plumas Wildfire Protection Project Underway in Grizzly Ranch and Iron Horse Areas

Monday, October 14

The Plumas Fire Safe Council reports that operations began last week as part of the Eastern Plumas Wildfire Protection Project. Residents may have noticed equipment activity east of the golf course and on the west slope of Turner Ridge. Due to the dry and... Read More.

Bolstering Disaster Response and Health Emergencies, Eastern Plumas Health Unveils New Shelter Systems

Friday, August 30

Eastern Plumas Health was awarded grant funding through the Test and Treat Equity program from the state Department of Public Health. These funds allowed EPHC to purchase three shelter systems. These portable structures can function as a command center in response to disasters or... Read More.

Saturday Storms Cause Lightning Fires Near Mill Fire in Eastern Plumas County

Wednesday, August 7

A thunderstorm that passed over the eastern side of the Plumas National Forest on Saturday brought heavy rain and more than 50 lightning strikes to the area.On Sunday, two holdover lightning fires from the storm were discovered on the Beckwourth Ranger District. The largest... Read More.

Major SR 70 Rehabilitation Project Begins in Eastern Plumas with Significant Traffic Impacts

Monday, June 3

Get ready for slowdowns in eastern Plumas as Caltrans begins a 101-million-dollar rehabilitation project for SR 70.Caltrans District 2, and contractor Mercer-Fraser Company, will begin construction on the Cromberg Combined Rehabilitation project today, set to last into spring of next year.This project aims to... Read More.

Smoke Visible from RX Burns in Eastern Plumas

Thursday, May 16

Firefighters from the Feather River Ranger District of Plumas National Forest are set to start prescribed burns near Valley Creek, about 4 miles from La Porte, conditions permitting. FF are targeting around 140 acres, which might continue through Friday.This burn is part of the... Read More.

CDFW Says Improved Conditions for Eastern Sierra Nevada Trout Opener

Friday, March 22

Trout enthusiasts eagerly anticipate this year's trout opener in the Eastern Sierra Nevada, hoping for better conditions than last year's weather-ridden opening day. Concerns loomed over whether this year's event would encounter similar challenges posed by heavy snowfall, as the season experienced winter all... Read More.

Cat in Eastern Sierra County Tests Positive for Plague – First Case in a Domesticated Cat Since 2011

Monday, January 29

A cat in Eastern Sierra County has tested positive for Plague, and health officials say it’s the “first documented case in a domesticated cat since 2011.”The exact location of where the cat was located has not been released. The revelation came through a post... Read More.

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Prescribed Burns Set to Enhance Wildfire Prevention in Eastern Sierra County

Stranded Snowmobiler Rescued in Eastern Sierra County Thanks to Team Effort

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Lassen, Eastern Plumas, and Eastern Sierra Counties

Eastern Plumas Wildfire Protection Project Underway in Grizzly Ranch and Iron Horse Areas

Bolstering Disaster Response and Health Emergencies, Eastern Plumas Health Unveils New Shelter Systems

Saturday Storms Cause Lightning Fires Near Mill Fire in Eastern Plumas County

Major SR 70 Rehabilitation Project Begins in Eastern Plumas with Significant Traffic Impacts

Smoke Visible from RX Burns in Eastern Plumas

CDFW Says Improved Conditions for Eastern Sierra Nevada Trout Opener

Cat in Eastern Sierra County Tests Positive for Plague – First Case in a Domesticated Cat Since 2011

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