Fire Restrictions Reduced in Plumas NF

The Plumas National Forest reduces fire restrictions as the season changes. The Forest Service and camp hosts have already winterized and closed many sites; a few remain open in the Plumas National Forest. For Fall recreation, you can continue to visit the remaining sites open,... Read More.

Fire at Bass Hill Landfill

A fire broke out at the Bass Hill landfill around sundown on Tuesday. Calfire Lassen Modoc Unit spokesperson confirmed the fire broke out within a pile of refuse. Three Calfire engines and one Susanville Engine assisted in knocking down the flames. The fire was... Read More.

Oven Sparks Fire in Apartment Complex on Limoneira

An oven left unattended caught fire threatening an apartment complex in Susanville. On Friday, around 11 pm, the Susanville fire department responded to the apartments on Limoneira drive. Light smoke was seen coming from the second story. All those living in the complex were... Read More.

Apartment Fire & Two Vegetation Fires Spark Over the Weekend

An apartment and two vegetation fires kept emergency personnel busy over the weekend and caused one brief power outage on Sunday. A late-night fire started in Apartment 10 of Meadowbrook Apartments on N. Roop street in Susanville on Saturday, injuring three. One person escaped the... Read More.

Community Meetings Return to Lassen fire Safe Council

Monthly community meetings return to the Lassen Fire Safe Council. This month you will have the opportunity to meet the new Managing Director, Cade Mohler, and the staff. The council will also discuss the status of all grant projects, renewed community-focused projects, and outreach... Read More.

Fire Dept and CALFIRE Stop Transient Fire Near Little League Fields

Another fire along the Susan River caused by transients. Early Saturday, September 10th the Susanville Fire Department responded to reports of fire near the Pat Murphy Little League field. Firefighters found the fire located behind 1625 Riverside Drive next to the river. A quick... Read More.

9/11 Rememberance Ceremony Sunday at Susanville Fire Dept.

In honor of the 21st anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the Susanville Fire Department will host a ceremony outside the Fire Department on Main street this Sunday. The ceremony begins promptly at 7:05 AM. Arrive no later than 6:30 AM. Everyone is welcome... Read More.

Barnes Fire and Mosquito Fire Continue to Blaze

The Barnes fire burning in Modoc County has grown to over 4000 acres and prompts a shelter to open. The Modoc Sheriff’s Office said the new incident management team will shadow today and take over operations on Saturday. A shelter is established at the... Read More.