Recently the Amador-El Dorado-Sacramento-Alpine Unit (AEU) of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has seen a spike in people causing wildland fires while they are trying to create defensible space around their homes. The primary culprits are gas powered weed eaters and lawn mowers.
The McDonald Fire, a lightning-sparked wildfire near the community of Termo in northern Lassen County, grew dramatically yesterday, and now has consumed an estimated 7,000 acres of sagebrush, grass and juniper.
Blue Lead Mine Withdraws Appeal To Nevada County BOS
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:58:54 PST
The owners of the Blue Lead Mine withdrew their appeal to the Nevada County BOS regarding the vested right to mine on their property. The appeal was to be heard on August 10.
Firefighters Battling 750-acre Blaze near Termo
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:31:40 PST
A lightning-sparked wildfire, one of more than 80 lightning fires ignited since Saturday, has burned about 750 acres on McDonald Mountain, about three miles northeast of Termo in northeast Lassen County.
Census Bureau Publishes Health Insurance Coverage Estimates for All Counties
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:14:16 PST
The U.S. Census Bureau today released 2007 estimates of health insurance coverage for each of the nation's roughly 3,140 counties. Small Area Health Insurance Estimates (SAHIE) are currently the only source for estimates of health insurance coverage status for every county in the nation.
37th Annual Youth Conservation Corps Parents Day Celebrated in Yosemite National Park
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:07:57 PST
On Saturday, July 17, 2010, the Yosemite Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) held their 37th annual Parents Day at Badger Pass in Yosemite National Park. Parents Day marks the half-way point for teenagers participating in the YCC program at Yosemite, and provides an opportunity for parents to see their children spend the day working in the park. The day is concluded with a barbecue prepared by the YCC kitchen crew and served at a gathering at Badger Pass.
Second Annual Great Sierra River Cleanup Set for Sept. 25
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:52:17 PST
Volunteer registration for the Second Annual Great Sierra River Cleanup opens today with the launch of a new website which enables users to easily connect to a watershed cleanup site of their choice. The web site is located at www.sierranevada.ca.gov, where visitors will click on the Great Sierra River Cleanup logo for information about registration, the purpose of the event, and pictures and details from last year's cleanup.
OIG Launches Review of BLM Wild Horse and Burro Program Amid Escalating Controversy
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:42:23 PST
The American Wild Horse Preservation Campaign (AWHPC), which is supported by a coalition of more than 40 public interest, historic preservation and horse advocacy organizations, today supplemented the ongoing Department of Interior Office of Inspector General (OIG) review of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)'s wild horse and burro program. AWHPC filed a complaint outlining the BLM's negligence in the conduct of the Tuscarora roundup in northeastern Nevada.
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital: "Look Good...Feel Better" Program Free for Women with Cancer
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:03:29 PST
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Diagnostic Imaging Center, in partnership with The American Cancer Society, is offering a free program, "Look Good...Feel Better." The workshop teaches beauty techniques to women dealing with cancer to help them combat appearance issues related to the side effects of treatment.
Multiple New Fires on the Klamath National Forest Detected
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 10:03:35 PST
Recent thunderstorms over the Klamath National Forest have started numerous fires on the forest. Most of them have been quickly suppressed by initial attack fire crews. Two fires have been discovered in remote, steep terrain on the west side of the Forest that may become difficult to contain.
2,241 Lightning Strikes in California, Many More in Nevada
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 09:42:18 PST
The lightning map provided by the Tahoe National Forest shows 2,241 lightning strikes throughout California, with 1,356 hits in National Forests. Only 23 downstrikes reported for the Tahoe National Forest with no new fires ignited. For the state of Nevada however, the multitude of overlapping strikes is reminiscent of the June 2008 lightning storm.
SIFC Crews Containing Multiple Lightning-Caused Fires
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 09:27:01 PST
Firefighters from numerous agencies have been on the move across northeastern California since Saturday afternoon, responding to more than 75 fires caused by lightning strikes. The Susanville Interagency Fire Center expects to continue dispatching firefighting resources through the week as new fires are detected and work continues on older fires.
Nevada County Fair Tickets on Sale Now
Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:20:12 PST
Tickets for the Nevada County Fair are on sale now. Purchase your admission, carnival ride tickets, and arena event tickets before the Fair begins and save money! This year, you can also save time by purchasing your tickets online.
Klamath National Forest Lightning Strike Update July 26
Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:06:02 PST
Come Home to Eat, a local food celebration and festival honoring local farmers and ranchers, will be held on Sunday, August 22 from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. This year's gathering will be held at Western Gateway Park in Penn Valley, and everyone is welcome. Admission and parking are free.
SIFC Crews Responding to Lightning-Caused Fires
Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:06:21 PST
Firefighters have been responding to reported fires across northeast California in the wake of thunderstorms that began moving across the region Saturday afternoon.
Lightning Brings Fire to Modoc National Forest
Mon, 26 Jul 2010 07:39:31 PST
A fast moving lightning storm struck the Modoc National Forest area on July 25, 2010. The results of the storm as off 8:00 P.M. are 47 confirmed fires. The largest of these fires is 20 acres, while the remainder range from one-tenth of an acre to 1 ½ acres.
Critical Thunderstorm Pattern Sunday Night Until Early Moday
Sun, 25 Jul 2010 13:13:21 PST
A critical thunderstorm pattern projected over the area tonight will likely produce scattered thunderstorms with abundant lightning. Thunderstorms will become stronger and wetter by early Monday morning with abundant lightning outside the storm cores.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Plumas County until 1:30 pm Sunday
Sun, 25 Jul 2010 12:57:12 PST
Approximately 450 lightning strikes hit Northern California on Saturday. 65 of those strikes landed on the Tahoe National Forest.
TNF Sierraville Ranger District Fire Update July 25
Sun, 25 Jul 2010 11:40:50 PST
The Sierraville Ranger District had 3 fires that started on Saturday 07/24/10 around 6:30 p.m. The three fires occurred on the northern part of the district. The names of the fires are as follows: Martin (approximately 1 acre), Mill (approximately 1 acre), Neck (approximately 3 acres).
Red Flag Warning Remains in Effect from 11 Am this Morning to 6 Pm this Evening for the Lake Tahoe Basin
Sun, 25 Jul 2010 08:10:37 PST
Scattered thunderstorms will develop by early afternoon mainly along the South and East side of the Tahoe Basin. Storms will produce wetting rains and abundant lightning by late afternoon.
Critical Thunderstorm Pattern Today Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sun, 25 Jul 2010 08:01:32 PST
A critical thunderstorm pattern over the area today will produce abundant lightning and gusty outflow winds. Thunderstorms will develop by late morning and continue through this evening. Thunderstorms will become stronger and wetter through today with abundant lightning outside the storm cores.
Flash Flood Warning for Northeastern Sierra County at 7:05 pm until 9:15 pm
Sat, 24 Jul 2010 19:23:38 PST
The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a flash flood warning for Northeastern Sierra County in Northern California until 9:15 pm.