wildfire Archives - Page 4 of 11 - SierraDailyNews.com

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.

Governor Newsom Blocks Wildfire Tax Relief Bill Citing Fiscal Responsibility

Friday, October 4

Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill aimed at providing tax relief for victims of the 2020 Mill Fire and 2021 Dixie Fire. Senate Bill 542, authored by Senator Brian Dahle and co-authored by Megan Dahle, proposed income and corporate tax exclusions for wildfire... Read More.

SPI Keeps California Lands Closed Due to Persistent Wildfire Threats

Tuesday, September 24

Sierra Pacific Industries (SPI) has announced that its California lands will remain closed to the public despite recent rainfall in parts of the state. According to SPI, the decision is due to ongoing heightened wildfire risks, with forest conditions still critically dry.“Unfortunately, even with... Read More.

Tahoe National Forest Receives Additional $5 Million for Wildfire Risk Reduction

Tuesday, September 24

The Tahoe National Forest has been awarded an additional $5 million to support wildfire mitigation efforts, expanding on previous investments aimed at enhancing forest health and reducing fire risks. This funding will be used to conduct fuels reduction work across 1,432 acres in areas... Read More.

Wildfire Dangers Persist Keeping SPI Lands Off-Limits Despite Rainfall

Monday, September 23

SPI Lands Remain Closed Despite Recent Rainfall Due to Wildfire RiskSierra Pacific Industries (SPI) has announced that its California lands will remain closed to the public despite recent rainfall in parts of the state. According to SPI, the decision is due to ongoing heightened... Read More.

Wildfire Season in Full Swing- While Some Fizzle Out New Ones Spark

Monday, September 9

Wildfire UpdatesThe Bear Fire gained 32% containment over the weekend. Despite strong winds and changing weather patterns, fire officials report that crews managed to keep the fire within its current perimeter. Efforts are now focused on mop-up operations and strengthening control lines. The Bear... Read More.

Plumas County Fire Safe Council Begins Fuels Reduction Project to Mitigate Wildfire Risks

Friday, August 30

The Plumas County Fire Safe Council has launched a significant effort to reduce wildfire hazards in the region by awarding its first contract for a hazardous fuels reduction program. This initiative will cover approximately 868.3 acres, with the City of Portola contributing three parcels... Read More.

Hunters Warned of New Mandatory Testing and Wildfire Precautions This Deer Season

Thursday, August 22

As archery deer season opens across California on August 17, hunters in four designated zones (D7, X9a, X9b, and X9c) must now test their deer for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) within 10 days of harvest. The California Fish and Game Commission implemented this requirement... Read More.

First Previous 1 2 345 6 7 8 Next Last

Stories tagged with: wildfire

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

Governor Newsom Blocks Wildfire Tax Relief Bill Citing Fiscal Responsibility

SPI Keeps California Lands Closed Due to Persistent Wildfire Threats

Tahoe National Forest Receives Additional $5 Million for Wildfire Risk Reduction

Wildfire Dangers Persist Keeping SPI Lands Off-Limits Despite Rainfall

Wildfire Season in Full Swing- While Some Fizzle Out New Ones Spark

Plumas County Fire Safe Council Begins Fuels Reduction Project to Mitigate Wildfire Risks

Hunters Warned of New Mandatory Testing and Wildfire Precautions This Deer Season

Follow Us on Facebook

Latest Local News

Lassen Municipal Utility District Appoints Charity Moore as New Director Following Budget Workshop

Renae Sweet Receives Exemplary Performance Award at Northstate Prehospital Conference

Caltrans Resumes Westwood Beach Culverts Project on Highway 147 With Traffic Delays Expected

Successful Nighttime Rescue of Injured Paraglider in Lassen County

Current Weather

Upcoming Events

Sierra Valley Farms – Romano’s Certified Farmers Market

Quincy Farmers Market

Hamilton Branch Fire Belles

Diamond Mountain Casino and Lassen Chamber of Commerce Mixer