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Trump Issues Executive Order to Override California Water Management Amid Wildfire Crisis

Monday, January 27

Executive order comes two days after visit to LA, which has been devastated by wildfires that burned over 35,000 acresDonald Trump on Sunday issued an executive order directing the federal government to override the state of California’s water management practices if they are found... Read More.

New Legislation Aims to Tackle Wildfire Threat with Enhanced Forest Management

Thursday, January 23

Today, the House passed H.R. 471, the Fix Our Forests Act, a strong bipartisan piece of legislation focused on improving forest management and reducing the threat of catastrophic wildfires. Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale), released the following statement:“I’m glad to see the House move swiftly... Read More.

One Billion Dollars Would Be Better Spent on Wildfire Prevention and Water Infrastructure than on High Speed Rail

Wednesday, January 22

Vice Chair of Natural Resources Committee introduces legislation to protect communities from wildfire and to strengthen water infrastructureToday, Assemblywoman Alexandra M. Macedo (R-Tulare) introduced legislation to redirect the $1 billion in annual state funding for the California High-Speed Rail Authority to fund much-needed... Read More.

California’s New Insurance Mandate Aims to Secure Coverage in Wildfire Zones

Tuesday, December 31

Insurance companies that had stopped providing home coverage to many Californians as wildfires became more destructive will now be required to offer policies in fire-prone areas if they wish to continue doing business in California. This regulation, announced by Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, mandates... Read More.

Legislation to Provide Disaster Tax Relief, Including Tax Exemption of Wildfire Settlement Payments, Passes Through the Senate

Friday, December 6

Washington, D.C.—Today, the U.S. Senate passed H.R. 5863, the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act. This legislation included Congressman Doug LaMalfa’s (R-Richvale) bill, H.R. 4970, Protect Innocent Victims of Taxation After Fire Act, which will exempt wildfire relief payments from federal income taxes. The legislation... Read More.

Taylorsville Community Defense Zone Project Completed to Bolster Wildfire Resilience

Wednesday, November 27

In a collaborative effort to enhance wildfire resilience, the Taylorsville Community Defense Zone project has been successfully completed, safeguarding the community against the increasing threat of wildfires. Spearheaded by the Sierra Institute and Taylorsville Firewise Committee, with funding from the Sierra Nevada Conservancy and... Read More.

Lassen Forest Ignites Prescribed Burns to Enhance Ecosystem and Mitigate Wildfire Hazards

Wednesday, October 23

As autumn brings cooler weather and shorter days, fire specialists on Lassen National Forest are gearing up for a series of prescribed burns to improve forest health and reduce wildfire risks. The burns will take place across all three districts of the forest—Almanor, Eagle... Read More.

Eastern Plumas Wildfire Protection Project Underway in Grizzly Ranch and Iron Horse Areas

Monday, October 14

The Plumas Fire Safe Council reports that operations began last week as part of the Eastern Plumas Wildfire Protection Project. Residents may have noticed equipment activity east of the golf course and on the west slope of Turner Ridge. Due to the dry and... Read More.

Lassen National Forests New Leadership Sets Sights on Community Engagement and Wildfire Prevention

Friday, October 11

New Lassen National Forest acting supervisor, Tara Jones, makes good on the promise to bring monthly reports to the county Supervisors.Tuesday's Supervisors meeting kicked off with Jones alongside the forest’s three district rangers who said combined the Forest's leadership have "synchronized" thier schedules to... Read More.

Big Valley Ranger District Forced to Close Doors Due to Wildfire

Wednesday, October 9

The Big Valley Ranger District of the Modoc National Forest was forced to temporarily close its doors as a result of the Cemetery Fire.As of 4 p.m. on October 8th, all evacuation orders have been lifted, according to the Modoc County Sheriff's Office. Fire... Read More.

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Stories tagged with: wildfire

Trump Issues Executive Order to Override California Water Management Amid Wildfire Crisis

New Legislation Aims to Tackle Wildfire Threat with Enhanced Forest Management

One Billion Dollars Would Be Better Spent on Wildfire Prevention and Water Infrastructure than on High Speed Rail

California’s New Insurance Mandate Aims to Secure Coverage in Wildfire Zones

Legislation to Provide Disaster Tax Relief, Including Tax Exemption of Wildfire Settlement Payments, Passes Through the Senate

Taylorsville Community Defense Zone Project Completed to Bolster Wildfire Resilience

Lassen Forest Ignites Prescribed Burns to Enhance Ecosystem and Mitigate Wildfire Hazards

Eastern Plumas Wildfire Protection Project Underway in Grizzly Ranch and Iron Horse Areas

Lassen National Forests New Leadership Sets Sights on Community Engagement and Wildfire Prevention

Big Valley Ranger District Forced to Close Doors Due to Wildfire

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