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Reno NWS Issues Heat Advisory as Temps Top 100

Wednesday, July 27

The Reno National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory as the region braces itself for the hottest temperatures so far seen this year. Temps are expected to be in the triple digits to the weekend with only light winds expected. The... Read More.

Lassen National Forest Issues Forest-Wide Fire Restrictions

Tuesday, July 19

Amid a hot and dry season ahead and current fuel conditions, the Lassen National Forest begins forest-wide fire restrictions. Starting today you will not be able to build a campfire outside of a designated and developed campground, smoking can only be done in a... Read More.

CALFIRE Lassen-Modoc Unit Issues No Burn Day

Thursday, April 28

The Lassen Modoc Unit Calfire has issued a NO BURN DAY today, April 28th. You will not be allowed for residential dooryard burning in Plumas County, Lassen County, and Modoc County. The no burn is in place due to a forecasted high wind advisory.... Read More.

Plumas County Issues 1st Bi-Monthly Wildfire Recovery Newsletter

Thursday, March 17

A Bi-Monthly Newsletter for Plumas County THURSDAY, MARCH 17, 2022 | 9:00 AM A message from PC Office of Emergency Services My name is Pamella Courtright and I am the Sheriff’s Emergency Services Coordinator/Deputy OESDirector for Plumas County. I have been with the Sheriff’s Office for almost... Read More.

CA DMV issues Second Extension for Commercial Driver’s License

Tuesday, December 7

CA DMV issues a second extension for your commercial driver’s license, learners permit, endorsements and special certificate. Licenses and permits that were set to expire in March of 2020 to February of 2022 were set to expire by November 30th of this year. The... Read More.

E. Coli Found in Chester Water – Chester Public Utility District Issues Boil Water Notice

Monday, November 1

Traces of E. Coli have been found in the water for the Chester Public Utility district. In order to make your water safe you will need to boil it first for at least one minute. Over the weekend Chester PUD found common bacteria after... Read More.

Lassen County Sheriff issues new Evacuation Orders

Tuesday, August 17

Lassen County Sheriff's Office PUBLIC NOTICE 8/17/2021 11:30am NEW EVACUATION ORDERS AND WARNINGS The emergency alert zone map can be accessed at: community.zonehaven.com NEW MANDATORY EVACUATION ORDER has been issued for east of Hwy 395 from the Milford Grade intersection south to the Flux Rd intersection NEW EVACUATION WARNINGS... Read More.

Lassen National Forest issues the Dixie Fire Closure Order

Friday, July 16

Lassen National Forest issues the Dixie Fire Closure Order The Lassen National Forest (LNF) implements Forest Order 06-21-04 (Dixie Fire Closure Order) to protect public health and safety. The Dixie Fire is exhibiting extreme fire behavior and has grown to over 2,250 acres. This Closure Order will facilitate... Read More.

PG&E Issues Warning of Potential Power Outages During Fire Season

Tuesday, June 15

PG&E is warning about 16 million people in Northern and Central California to prepare for power outages. Peak fire season is underway right now and those fires are expected to cause blackouts. The company says almost 80 percent of the state is experiencing drought conditions... Read More.