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Mill Creek Man Driving a Truck Equipped with Water Tank Killed in Collision Near Park Fire

Monday, August 12

An 83-year-old Mill Creek Man died after colliding with a tree on Saturday, August 10th, around 2:30 pm. Susanville CHP says the unidentified man was driving his Green Ford F-350 equipped with a utility bed and water tank east on SR36, just east of Wilson... Read More.

Red Flag Warning to Challenge Containment Efforts on Park Fire Despite Cooling Trend

Monday, August 12

Firefighters battling the Park Fire are expected to get some relief from a cooling trend, but gusty winds forecasted on Monday could challenge containment efforts. A Red Flag Warning has been issued for Northeast California and Western Nevada, effective from 12 PM to 8... Read More.

Park Fire Gains 36% Containment- ‘Near Vertical’ Terrain Challenges Efforts

Saturday, August 10

Status Update Situation Summary CAL FIRE: The Park Fire continues to grow in the Mill Creek area, though firefighters have made significant progress in building containment lines. Daytime highs reached the mid-90s in lower elevations while humidity levels rose to the 15-20% range. The forecast tonight calls... Read More.

Park Fire Incident Command Holds Community Meeting in Chester Friday Aug. 9

Friday, August 9

In the Park Fire, nearly a third of the personnel on the entire blaze are battling the head of the fire within the Mill Creek area as it makes a run towards more communities and the Lassen Volcanic National Park. Overnight infrared imaging shows intense... Read More.

Susanville Fire Responds to Yet Another Spot Fire off Skyline

Friday, August 9

Firefighters tackled a second spot fire off Skyline Drive near Johnstonville on Thursday afternoon as extreme dry conditions continue to threaten the region. The Susanville Fire Department has responded to several fires this summer, including both vegetation and structure fires. Vegetation fires have mostly... 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.

Park Fire Rages in Mill Creek Drainage

Wednesday, August 7

The park fire has now consumed over 100,000 acres of the Lassen National Forest. Activity is increasing on the northeast edge of the blaze. Increased fire activity in the Mill Creek drainage continues to push the fire closer to Mineral. Updates from Calfire received around... Read More.

Park Fire Sees Largest Growth in Days; Fire Activity Increases with Drier Hotter Weather

Tuesday, August 6

On Monday afternoon, a pyrocumulus smoke plume reaching 35,000 feet in the air was visible across the region. While the smoke did not settle into the area, it was alarming. Maps from overnight indicate that due to yesterday's weather, fire intensity increased significantly in the... Read More.

Stockade Canyon Fire Gains 52% Containment

Monday, August 5

BLM Nevada, Winnemucca District For immediate release: August 4, 2024 Media Contact: Carlie Swa, [email protected], 208-510-7856 Elizabeth Young, [email protected], 725-295-1923 Wildfire Fact Sheet: Stockade Canyon Fire Update Location: Gerlach/Washoe County, Nev. BLM Nevada – Winnemucca District Size & Containment: 18,630 acres & 52% contained Summary: As... Read More.

Mill Fire Fully Contained; Gold Complex Transitioning to Local Management

Monday, August 5

The Mill Fire has scorched 2,962 acres and is now fully contained as of last night. Firefighters successfully secured the remaining perimeter, bringing the fire to 100% containment by 6 p.m. yesterday. The Smith Fire, which burned 45 acres, also remains fully contained. With the... Read More.

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Mill Creek Man Driving a Truck Equipped with Water Tank Killed in Collision Near Park Fire

Red Flag Warning to Challenge Containment Efforts on Park Fire Despite Cooling Trend

Park Fire Gains 36% Containment- ‘Near Vertical’ Terrain Challenges Efforts

Park Fire Incident Command Holds Community Meeting in Chester Friday Aug. 9

Susanville Fire Responds to Yet Another Spot Fire off Skyline

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

Park Fire Rages in Mill Creek Drainage

Park Fire Sees Largest Growth in Days; Fire Activity Increases with Drier Hotter Weather

Stockade Canyon Fire Gains 52% Containment

Mill Fire Fully Contained; Gold Complex Transitioning to Local Management

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