San Andreas, CA….We just spoke with Resource Connection Food Bank’s Jeannie Hayward and for non-food donations they are getting additional warehouse space in the San Andreas to house them until they can be used in the next wave of need when those who lost homes set up housing again. Call Kelly at 209.754.1300 for drop […]
San Andreas, CA…As assessment crews make their rounds the homes lost number continues to rise. As of this morning we stand at 535 homes & 347 outbuildings destroyed. Fire behavior remained minimal during the night within the fire perimeter. Firefighters continue mop-up operations to increase containment lines. Smoke may continue to impact the affected fire […]
Calaveras County, CA- As of 6:30 am today, CalFire reported that the Butte Fire is now 65% contained and almost all mandatory evacuations have been lifted. In addition, the fire is expected to be 100% contained in a week. This is due to the outstanding work of huge numbers of emergency service crews and law […]
Mountain Ranch, 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 Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 10:00 AM Mandatory Evacuation orders for the following have been changed to […]
Calaveras County, CA…Calaveras County Association of Realtors members have opened their offices to the general public as Official Butte Fire Relief Donation Drop Off Centers Calaveras County based Realtors have joined forces in a show of support and help with relief for the victims of the Butte Fire in Calaveras County. Drop off Locations are as follows: Mountain Resort Realty – Dorrington / Big Trees Village RW Muetterties in ARNOLD CCAR office in Angels Camp Realty World Murphys Real […]
Murphys, CA…Last night a 67 year old Los Altos, CA man was driving his 1976 Fiat east on Hwy 4 at approximately 60 mph. As he came to a left curve he failed to negotiate the curve and allowed his vehicle to run off the roadway, down an embankment and collided with a tree. He […]
San Andreas, CA…Road Closures as of 9/19/15 at 1030 hrs #1 Green Ranch Rd at E. Murray Creek Green Ranch Rd is closed at E. Murray Creek #2 El Dorado Trail at E. Murray Creek El Dorado Trail is closed at E. Murray Creek #3 Fricot City Road at Sheep Ranch Rd. Fricot City is […]
Valley Springs, CA…Red Cross needs volunteers 1pm TODAY to build debris sifters for Butte Fire victims who lost their homes. Bring a hammer and help us! Sender’s Ace Hardware @ 72 Hey 26, Valley Springs, Ca 95252.
Murphys, CA…Rummage and bake sale at 90 Big Trees Road in Murphys! Saturday 19th – Sunday 20th — opens at 8am! 100 % of proceeds are going to people that have lost their homes in the Butte Fire! We are delivering it in person to as many families as we can on Monday the 21st! […]
San Andreas, CA…Tonight’s update marked another huge jump in the number of homes lost. It now stands at a staggering 503 Homes and 330 outbuildings lost. We had heard unofficial estimates from fire personnel in this range, but hoped upon hoped they were guessing wrong. This raised the bar even higher for all of us […]
Arnold, CA…Evacuation Advisories have been lifted in the following areas, effective Friday, September 18, 2015 at 6:00 P.M.: All areas and roads south of Dogtown, San Domingo, Fullen, and along the Highway 4 corridor, from Angels Camp through Camp Connell. Additional information regarding the Butte Fire can be found on www.fire.ca.gov
San Andreas, CA…CAL FIRE Incident Management Team I will conduct community meetings in Amador and Calaveras Counties to provide information and general overview of the Butte Fire. Representatives will be addressing community needs and answering questions. The following are the times and locations of the community meetings Amador County Community Meeting: Monday, September 21, 2015 […]
Sheep Ranch, CA…IMPORTANT NOTICE: The 48 service connections in Sheep Ranch are the ONLY CCWD customers who are under a boil water advisory. All other CCWD service areas are operating normally and the water is completely safe to drink. Original post: Water service that had been disrupted by the Butte Fire was restored to the community of Sheep Ranch […]
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 FRIDAY, September 18, 2015 at 10:00 AM Mandatory Evacuation orders for the following have been changed to Evacuation […]
Angels Camp, Ca…Yesterday morning Old Town Angels Camp was a happy and thankful fire line. No hoses, dozers, axes or shovels. just kids and adults from all over the county waving, cheering and holding signs saying THANK YOU to the firefighters. Many of the Butte Fire Firefighters are using Frogtown as a Basecamp and roll […]
Arnold, CA…Cal-Waste has placed containers at the below locations for disposal of SPOILED FOOD WASTE. No ash or trash will be accepted. Current Locations Mokelumne Hill Wendells Hwy 26 near Italian Vista Road Mountain Ranch Senders Market Corner of Whiskey Slide Road & Mountain Ranch Road at the Park Entrance Railroad Flat Corner of Mountain […]
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. […]
