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Blister Beetle Confirmed in Plumas and Sierra Counties

Thursday, July 25

The Plumas-Sierra Agricultural Department has confirmed the presence of blister beetles in Sierra Valley, marking the first confirmed sighting in the area. The identification was made by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Plant Pest Diagnostics Center, which analyzed multiple insect samples... Read More.

Moderate to unhealthy air quality can be expected today in Plumas and Sierra Counties

Wednesday, July 24

Advisory Duration: July 24 through July 26, 2024 The Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District, in collaboration with the Plumas County and Sierra County Public Health Departments, has issued a Joint Air Quality Health Advisory due to the smoke impacts from the Gold Complex (Mill... Read More.

Gold Complex Fire Consumes Over 1600 Acres in Plumas County

Tuesday, July 23

A 1600-acre wildfire exploded after passing thunderstorms swept through Eastern Plumas County around 2 p.m. yesterday, forcing multiple evacuations. The Plumas National Forest reported that 4 initial fires were started, suspected by lightning striking near Whitehawk Ranch. These developed into two separate fire the Mill Fire... Read More.

Recreation Repairs Continue in Plumas National Forest

Monday, July 22

As the summer recreation season reaches its midpoint, Plumas National Forest staff and their concessionaire continue to make repairs and improvements across the forest's recreational facilities. Forest Service officials warn some of the work has prompted a few closures for the week. Three Lakes Road is... Read More.

Plumas County Launches Drought Resilience Taskforce to Tackle Future Water Shortages

Monday, July 15

In response to growing concerns about water shortages and the sustainability of groundwater wells, Plumas County has announced the formation of the Plumas Drought Taskforce, dedicated to developing a comprehensive Drought Resilience Plan (DRP). This initiative aims to equip the county with strategies... Read More.

Plumas National Forest Increases Fire Restrictions Amid Rising Fire Danger

Friday, July 12

Starting tomorrow, Friday, July 12, the Plumas National Forest will implement Stage 2 Fire Restrictions due to continued hot and dry weather conditions. With the recent increase in fire danger, this move aims to prevent wildfires and protect the forest and surrounding communities. This weekend's... Read More.

Congressman Visits Plumas National Forest Amid Concerns Over Rainbow Gatherers

Sunday, July 7

In response to numerous calls from concerned constituents in Lassen County, Congressman Doug LaMalfa visited the Plumas National Forest to assess the situation involving the Rainbow Gatherers. The congressman, escorted by local officials, visited the original site at Janesville, which had been shut down. LaMalfa... Read More.

Surge in Criminal Activity- Plumas Sheriffs Respond to Three Break-ins

Monday, July 1

The Plumas County Sheriff's Office is investigating three unrelated commercial break-ins in Quincy, highlighting a recent surge in criminal activity. The first incident occurred at the One Stop Gas Station. On June 15, 2024, at 2:23 am, deputies responded to a commercial burglary alarm at... Read More.

Sheriff Grants Peace Officer Authority to Forest Service in Plumas County

Friday, June 28

Plumas County Sheriff Todd Johns has authorized State Peace Officer Authority to U.S. Forest Service law enforcement officers in light of the forest order closure effective over the site of the Rainbow Family Gathering. The US Forest Service ordered the estimated near 500 of the... Read More.

Plumas Forest Supervisor Issues Forest Closure Order over Rainbow Gathering Incident

Wednesday, June 26

U.S. Forest Service-Plumas National Forest confirms forest order closure in response to growing concerns around the Rainbow Family Gathering Unauthorized incident occurring near Antelope Lake. https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/plumas/news-events/... Release Date: Jun 26, 2024 Quincy, Calif., June 26, 2024 — For the protection of natural, Tribal and cultural resources, concerns... Read More.

Stories tagged with: plumas

Blister Beetle Confirmed in Plumas and Sierra Counties

Moderate to unhealthy air quality can be expected today in Plumas and Sierra Counties

Gold Complex Fire Consumes Over 1600 Acres in Plumas County

Recreation Repairs Continue in Plumas National Forest

Plumas County Launches Drought Resilience Taskforce to Tackle Future Water Shortages

Plumas National Forest Increases Fire Restrictions Amid Rising Fire Danger

Congressman Visits Plumas National Forest Amid Concerns Over Rainbow Gatherers

Surge in Criminal Activity- Plumas Sheriffs Respond to Three Break-ins

Sheriff Grants Peace Officer Authority to Forest Service in Plumas County

Plumas Forest Supervisor Issues Forest Closure Order over Rainbow Gathering Incident

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