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Seismic Repairs Continue on Highway 36 Near Fredonyer Summit

Saturday, February 22

If you're driving on State Route 36 near Fredonyer Summit, be prepared for some delays—Caltrans and construction crews are working around the clock to fix earthquake-related damage to the road.Recent seismic activity has caused cracking and shifting pavement, making travel tricky, especially for low-clearance...

Caltrans Addresses Highway 36 Slides Near Fredonyer Summit

Wednesday, February 12

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is actively working to mitigate damage from several landslides near Fredonyer Summit on Highway 36, situated west of Susanville. Collaborating with Tullis, Inc., the state agency is focusing on emergency pavement repairs and addressing the slides,...

Prepare for Treacherous Travel Over Donner Summit This Weekend

Friday, December 13

A Winter Storm Warning is in effect starting today through Saturday night. If you are planning to travel over Donner Summit, expect heavy snow, white-out conditions, chain control, and major travel delays.

Morgan Summit Snowmobile Trails to Remain Closed This Winter Due to Post-Fire Impacts

Tuesday, November 26

The Morgan Summit Snowmobile Trail system in Lassen National Forest will remain closed for the upcoming winter season, as announced by forest officials. Concerns over post-fire impacts from the recent Park Fire have prompted this decision to prioritize public safety.The Park Fire has left...

Morgan Summit Snowmobile Park Vandalized

Monday, November 25

The Lassen National Forest has reported vandalism at Morgan Summit Snowmobile Park, where spray-painted graffiti was discovered on the park’s facilities. The damage highlights the challenges of maintaining public lands, as graffiti is notoriously difficult and expensive to remove. Restoration efforts, if feasible, often...

Climate and environment updates: Climate leaders call for major overhaul of summit

Friday, November 15

(NEW YORK) -- The climate crisis is not a distant threat; it's happening right now and affecting what matters most to us. Hurricanes intensified by a warming planet and drought-fueled wildfires are destroying our communities. Rising seas and flooding are swallowing our homes. And...

Recent Earthquakes Force Emergency Roadway Repairs on State Route 36 near Fredonyer Summit

Friday, August 11

You may have noticed the "Rough Road" caution signs over Fredonyer summit over the last week, now determined to have been the result of recent earthquakes in the area. Due to the uneven surface emergency repairs have been announced for the stretch of the...

Expect Delays for Travel Through US 50 Echo Summit

Monday, March 21

If you have planned travel on US50 today be prepared to be re-routed. Work along Echo Summit begins today where massive boulders have been sliding on the roadway. Plan for 30 minute delays, tractor trailers and vehicle that are towing will be allowed over...