San Andreas, CA…The latest from San Andreas CHP on Road Closures is below or enclosed… UPDATE – ROAD CLOSURES as of 9/17/15 at 1130 hrs #1 Jesus Maria Road at SR-26 Access blocked access to Jesus Maria #2 Railroad Flat Road at Jesus Maria Road Access blocked to Railroad Flat Rd (towards Mtn Ranch) #3 […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Butte Fire Recovery Food Waste Bins deployed by Cal-Waste. Under direction of Calaveras County Public Works, Cal-Waste has deployed food waste bins at the following areas: Mokelumne Hill, Mountain Ranch, Additional bins will be deployed Friday, 09/18 in: Wilseyville, Glencoe, Westpoint, Railroad Flat, Sheep Ranch Calls for bin locations and pickup […]
Angels Camp, CA…Take a look at the deep discounts that we have on these vehicles. Check our inventory for vehicles arriving daily. We wish the best to all of the Fire fighters and people affected by the Butte Fire!! Don’t forget that our service center performs services on all makes and models from oil changes […]
San Andreas, CA…Fire behavior remained minimal during the day within the fire perimeter. Firefighters are working aggressively to expedite re-population. Smoke may continue to impact the affected fire areas and surrounding communities. The public is reminded to use caution as electrical service and other utilities, such as water and sewer, may not be restored for […]
Copperopolis, CA…As Part of Copperopolis Town Square’s September Concert Series, this Saturday’s Free Concert. with Busta-Groove, will also be a fundraiser for the Butte Fire. All donations will go to the Calaveras County Disaster Relief Fund! See you Saturday at 7pm! Come early to save your spot! Blankets and chairs welcome! Restaurants and Shops will […]
Arnold, CA…“The Schedule” is published every Thursday by the Bear’s Lair and includes everything happening from Murphys to Markleeville. For more detailed info visit The Schedule. Please come by and pick one up or contact Bear’s Lair at info@epvc.org to have your event included in “The Schedule.”
San Andreas, CA…Fire behavior remained minimal during the day within the fire perimeter. Firefighters are working aggressively to expedite re-population. Smoke may continue to impact the affected fire areas and surrounding communities. The public is reminded to use caution as electrical service and other utilities, such as water and sewer, may not be restored for […]
San Andreas, CA…The Sheriff’s Office has established a temporary dedicated telephone line for missing persons associated with the Butte Fire for the duration of the emergency response period. This number is reserved for missing persons related to the Butte Fire only. To report a missing person, please call (209) 754-6345. This number is not for […]
Sacramento, CA…The Franchise Tax Board (FTB) announced that taxpayers affected by wildfires in Amador, Calaveras, Lake, and Napa Counties are automatically eligible for qualifying disaster loss treatment under the terms of a new law covering areas where the Governor declares a State of Emergency. Governor Brown made these declarations on September 11 for Amador and […]
Murphys & Angels Camp, CA… Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets have been part of the Calaveras community since 1935. High Quality, Great Customer Service and Great Hometown Prices. “We are dedicated to providing the best to our customers. ” – Mike Croshaw “When I was a boy and I would […]
San Andreas, CA…Repopulation Issues The county roads and utility companies are working to make the area safe. We are doing everything we can to accommodate evacuees and assisting them back into their properties as soon possible. Repopulation Tuesday, September 17, 2015 at 10:00 AM Mandatory Evacuation orders for the following have been changed to Evacuation […]
Angels Camp, CA…Angels 6 Theatres in historic Angels Camp is the best place to see a movie in the Mother Lode. The are reopening today with a big Maze Runner Double Feature Starting at 5:45pm. Click Below for full schedule. MAZE RUNNER: THE SCORCH TRIALS | Official Trailer: In this next chapter of the epic […]
Murphys, CA…Business in Murphys ARE open. We need to keep stimulating the economy for our local business owners who have been effected by the Butte Fire. Please consider wine tasting this weekend or lunching alfresco, now that the temperature has dropped and the smoke has cleared. We need your support now more than ever! Aria […]
San Andreas, CA….The Butte Fire Containment number has risen to 49%. The number of homes burned climbed to 252 residences and 188 outbuildings destroyed. Fire behavior remained minimal during the day within the fire perimeter. Favorable weather conditions allowed crews to continue with perimeter control. Firefighters are working aggressively to continue Re-Populating affected fire areas. […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…(Updated the Calaveras County Coroner’s Office has released the name of the second fatality as Owen Goldsmith, 80 who lived in the M24 area in Mountain Ranch.) On 09/16/15 at about 1100 hours, the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office and Historical Human Remains Detection K9 teams from the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services Law […]
San Andreas, CA…Today the opening of roads and allowing people back into many of the burned areas in the fire perimeter accelerated. Late this afternoon we checked in the Coroners office and fatalities are holding at two. The one off of Jesus Maria that we reported yesterday and the recovery of another fire victim today. […]
Angels Camp, CA…Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) today said that it is cooperating fully with an investigation by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) into the source of ignition for the Butte Fire. In a CAL FIRE incident briefing in Angels Camp, California, today, Barry Anderson, PG&E vice president of […]
Angels Camp, CA…Most of us know that the firefighters base camp is in the fairgrounds on 49 in Angles Camp. What you might not know is that every morning starting around 8:00 am until around 10:00 a magnificent possession of fire engines and other emergency vehicles passes through the city of Angels. Some heading off […]
San Andreas, CA…As you begin to go home and assess your residences and property, please be aware of any and all changes in fire conditions. If you see trees on a highway, please call Cal-Trans at 209-948-7543. If you see trees on a County road, please call Public Works at 209-754-6402. If you see any […]
San Andreas, CA…Effective immediately, CAL FIRE Incident Management Team I has expanded the Butte Fire Information Line to include the Butte Fire Recovery Information Line. The Fire Information and Fire Recovery Lines will serve as a central information center for residents and those affected by the Butte Fire. For any questions regarding the Butte Fire […]
Angels Camp, CA…Due to the Butte Fire All Calaveras County Schools will be closed through Friday, September 18th. Please refer to your child(s) School District(s) Website for up-to-date information regarding school closures.. Bret Harte Union High School District (BHUHSD): http://bhhs-bhuhsd-ca.schoolloop.com/ Calaveras Unified School District (CUSD): http://www.calaveras.k12.ca.us/SUBWEBS/05%20Information/news.htm Mark Twain Union Elementary School District (MTUESD): http://www.mtwain.k12.ca.us/site/default.aspx?PageID=1 Vallecito […]
Sheep Ranch, CA…Due to the Butte Fire, water service to the community of Sheep Ranch has been disrupted, and CCWD crews are working hard to get the system up and running. To ensure customers have access to drinking water, CCWD is providing bottled water at the Central Calaveras Fire and Rescue station 11309 Sheep Ranch […]
SAFETY MESSAGE The public is reminded to stay vigilant on current fire conditions. Please continue to adhere to road closures and any evacuation warnings or advisories. If you see electrical wires on the ground, stay clear and contact PG&E immediately. Trees and poles with deep charring, particularly if still smoking, should be considered hazardous. Please […]
San Andreas, CA…ROAD UPDATE at of 12:30 PM OPEN: SR-26 from SR-49 to the Amador County Line (Moke River) Railroad Flat from SR-26 to Jesus Maria Ridge Road at SR-26 to Railroad Flat Road Mountain Ranch Rd from SR-49 to Rocky Road Avery & Murphys Sheep Ranch to Fricot City Road Swiss Ranch Road (accessible […]
Mokelumne Hill, CA…SR-26 from Mokelumne Hill to SR-88 is now open.
San Andreas, CA…For the first time the number of personnel attached to the Butte have dropped. Not by much but a good indicator. Acreage held steady and the heat map is quiet. Still lots of work left to do but a Churchill quote may sum it up best. “Now this is not the end. It […]
Vallecito, CA…CHP is reporting a four door sedan on it’s side in roadway near Camp 9 Bypass Rd / Parrots Ferry Rd. The extent of injuries, if any are unknown at this time.
San Andreas, CA…Repopulation Issues: The county roads and utility companies are working to make the area safe. We are doing everything we can to accommodate evacuees and assisting them back into their homes as soon possible. Repopulation Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at 8:00 PM (San Andreas) The areas from Hwy 49 at Mountain Ranch Road, […]
Mokelumne Hill, CA…Late this afternoon the body of the first confirmed Butte Fire fatality was recovered. A resident of Baker Riley Road off of Jesus Maria Road who had refused to leave, could not escape and was overcome by the fire. The name of the victim has not been released yet pending notification of next […]
San Andreas, CA…We know people are anxious to get home and know the status of their homes and property. Emergency personnel understand the devastation and uncertainty people are experiencing as a result of the fire, but public safety is our main concern. We want to provide as much current and updated information as possible, so […]
