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Plumas County Supervisors Approve Controversial Fire Hazard Maps Amid Public Concerns

Tuesday, June 10

The Plumas County Board of Supervisors has moved forward with the approval of fire hazard maps that significantly increase the number of private parcels classified in “very high” severity fire hazard zones. This decision has not been well-received by the supervisors or the public,... Read More.

Weekend Fire Activity and Lightning Fires on Plumas National Forest

Monday, June 9

This weekend firefighters on the Plumas National Forest responded to human-caused and lightning fires across the Forest. The Davis Fire, discovered Friday morning, was contained and controlled by Friday evening at less than 1 acre. This fire resulted from one of 14 lightning strikes on... Read More.

Wildfire Burns Northwest of Downieville as Crews Work to Contain Poverty Fire

Monday, June 9

Wildfire Reported Northwest of Downieville - Poverty Fire Downieville, CA — A wildfire has been reported northwest of Downieville on Plumas National Forest. USFS crews are currently on scene actively working to contain the fire. Air tankers and helicopters are making water and retardant drops... Read More.

Updat: Bucks Lake Highlands Evacuation Order lifted Wa

Monday, June 9

UPDATE – Bucks Lake, Highlands Fire The fire is now fully contained and the evacuation warning for Zone PLU-70-B has been lifted. The area has returned to normal status and there are no further evacuation notices in effect at this time. We appreciate the swift work... Read More.

Fire Restrictions Announced for BLM Lands in Central and Western California Starting June 6

Sunday, June 8

Seasonal fire restrictions begin Friday, June 6 on BLM-managed lands in central and western Central California To help keep communities safe and protect the natural beauty of public lands, seasonal fire restrictions will begin Friday, June 6 on BLM-managed lands in central and western Central... Read More.

Modoc National Forest Prepares for Lightning Risks and Fire Safety Tips

Saturday, June 7

6/7/2025 Modoc NF: Modoc County, Lassen County, and Siskiyou County The Modoc NF fire organization is preparing for the expected chances of lightning over the next few days. Fire management has advised that, in addition to our local forest resources, additional off-forest resources will be... Read More.

Cal Fire Employee Arrested for Child Exploitation Crimes in Patterson

Saturday, June 7

Cal Fire Employee Arrested At Fire Station in Patterson Per Manteca PD: “The Manteca Police Department’s Investigations Unit has made an arrest following a cyber tip received from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). The investigation determined that Joseph Trevor Forney was in... Read More.

Susanville Suspends All Burn Permits Due to Fire Risk

Friday, June 6

Public Safety Chief Mike Bollinger has suspended all burn permits in the City of Susanville, effective immediately. The suspension bans all residential outdoor burning of landscape debris, branches, leaves, and any other type of open burning. This declaration of suspension of all burn permits... Read More.

Lightning Strikes Spark Davis Fire in Plumas National Forest Amid Ongoing Storm Threats

Friday, June 6

A thunderstorm that passed over the Plumas National Forest Beckwourth Ranger District last night came with some rain and 14 lightning strikes over the area. This morning firefighters responded to the Davis Fire located southeast of Murdock Crossing, northeast of Lake Davis. The fire is approximately... Read More.

2024 Wildland Fire EMS Awards – Outstanding Wildland Fire EMS Individual of the Year

Thursday, June 5

Congratulations to Eric Solomon of Bureau of Land Management - California! Eric... Read More.

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Plumas County Supervisors Approve Controversial Fire Hazard Maps Amid Public Concerns

Weekend Fire Activity and Lightning Fires on Plumas National Forest

Wildfire Burns Northwest of Downieville as Crews Work to Contain Poverty Fire

Updat: Bucks Lake Highlands Evacuation Order lifted Wa

Fire Restrictions Announced for BLM Lands in Central and Western California Starting June 6

Modoc National Forest Prepares for Lightning Risks and Fire Safety Tips

Cal Fire Employee Arrested for Child Exploitation Crimes in Patterson

Susanville Suspends All Burn Permits Due to Fire Risk

Lightning Strikes Spark Davis Fire in Plumas National Forest Amid Ongoing Storm Threats

2024 Wildland Fire EMS Awards – Outstanding Wildland Fire EMS Individual of the Year

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