Markleeville, CA…Due to the #IndianCreekFire Airport Road and access to Indian Creek Reservoir are closed until further notice. ALSO – do not launch any rafts or watercraft in the East Fork of the Carson River from Markleeville. There is fire on both sides of the river. We know this is going to change some people’s […]
Placerville, CA… Holiday weekends are always an active time for human caused fire starts, and an important reminder that fireworks are prohibited on public lands – every forest, every campsite, every day. Campfire restrictions are currently in effect due to severe drought conditions and will remain in effect for the duration of the 2021 fire […]
Washington, DC…President Biden:(Audio turned off.) (In progress) — proud of our Cabinet. And they’re all here today. They all want to be engaged. They all want to help. And so, hopefully we’re going to get into some exchanges going down the line here. I want to thank you all again for being in the support […]
Tahoe City, CA…Traffic Update….Collision on Hwy 89 Just North of Sequoia Incident: 00085 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: 1088-1277 Sr89 Loc Desc: 89 JNO SEQUOIA Lat/Lon: 39.147382 -120.147423 Detail Information 5:11 PM 3 [7] NEG 1125 5:11 PM 2 [5] NEG INJURIES 5:10 PM 1 [2] RED FORD F150 VS BLU RAM PK Unit Information […]
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV..As public fireworks displays are cancelled on the South and North shores of Lake Tahoe, we would like to remind everyone to refrain from using consumer fireworks when celebrating during the July 4th holiday weekend. Fireworks are illegal to possess or discharge on any property, public or private (including US Forest Service) in […]
Weed, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom traveled to Siskiyou County yesterday where he was briefed by fire and emergency management officials responding to the Lava Fire, which has burned more than 13,300 acres. Earlier today, the state secured federal assistance to help ensure the availability of vital resources to combat the fire, which has forced evacuations in the […]
Sacramento, CA…Fourth of July is synonymous for sun, fun, barbequing, and fireworks. CAL FIRE is reminding everyone to do their part to have a safe holiday and help prevent fires and injuries caused by fireworks. According to the National Fire Protection Association, two out of five fires on the 4th of July are caused by […]
Truckee, CA….From CHP Truckee Office…*Roadway Open* Heavy traffic. Eastbound I-80 closed at Floriston due to a big rig crash, blocking all lanes. Estimated time of reopening 630-7 PM.”
Reno, NV…Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam announced today deputies will be participating in a Joining Forces speed enforcement campaign during the first weeks of summer as part of ongoing efforts to increase safety on Nevada’s roads and highways. “As driving increases with summer vacation and the Fourth of July weekend, our deputies plan to do […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help ensure the availability of vital resources to suppress the Lava Fire burning in Siskiyou County. The FMAG, which is provided through the President’s Disaster Relief Fund on cost-share basis, will assist local, […]
