Mokelumne Hill, CA… My husband and I live in Mokelumne Hill, CA and own a small 5 acre farm called Angry Serb Farms. We have sheep, goats, turkeys, two sweet livestock guardian dogs and three hogs…two of which are very very pregnant. On Thursday, September 10th, we spent our 12 year anniversary being rescued by […]
Sacramento Ca. National Hunting and Fishing Day will be celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 26. In conjunction with this annual observance, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) reminds Californians of the plentiful opportunities to enjoy hunting and fishing in the state and commends them for their commitment to conservation. “California’s anglers and hunters play […]
Copperopolis, CA…We still have room for Harvest Festival & Pumpkin Patch Vendors happening next Sunday, October 4th, 10am-4pm! Please email Kim at khamilton@castlecooke.com or call 209.786.9700. No charge for booth space.
Copperopolis, CA…If you are interested in having a table and passing out candy at Copperopolis Town Square’s Annual Trick or Treat Street, please email Kim at k.hamilton@castlecooke.com or call 209.785.9700. We would love to have you!! This is one of our biggest community events for the kids!
Jamestown, CA…Felimon Santos from Mountain House was arrested after a high speed chase that ended when he laid his motorcycle down. Today at approximately 1:27pm, CHP Officer McDaniel observed a red motorcycle traveling in excess of the posted 55 mph speed limit, eastbound on SR-120 east of La Grange Road. Officer McDaniel attempted to stop […]
Murphys, CA…Dear Friends and Supporters of the Concours d’Elegance at Ironstone Vineyards. First and foremost I wanted to let you all know that after a very brave fire fight by so many fire men and women the Butte Fire in under control and the sky’s are clear. The staff at Ironstone has been working on […]
San Andreas Ca. CHP LIVE CAD is reporting a Vehicle Roll Over at Hwy 49 and Poole Station Road in San Andres. Please use caution in the area. Incident: 00187 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Pool Station Rd / Sr49 Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.201210 -120.692741 Detail Information 12:43 PM 2 [2] DRIVER OUT OO VEH […]
San Andreas, CA…The Damage Assessment team is continuing to work diligently and has re-classified the structures destroyed to a more accurate estimate. Fire behavior remained minimal within the fire perimeter. Firefighters continue mop-up operations to increase containment lines. Smoke may continue to impact the affected fire areas and surrounding communities. Donations may be sent to […]
Sonora, CA…Yesterday afternoon a 71 year old Sonoa man lost his life in a fire that broke out after his Jeep was involved in an accident. The vehicle was stopped in a driveway on Red Harbor Dr. For unknown reasons the vehicle rolled backwards down the steep driveway. The vehicle rolled southbound across Red Heather […]
Strawberry, CA…On September 21st a 74 year old San Marcos man was driving eastbound on SR-108 west of Georges Dr. at an unknown speed in a left hand bend in the roadway. For an unknown reason he allowed his 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee to veer to the right, off the roadway, and down a dirt/grass […]
Mountain Ranch Ca. Fresh off the Official Servers this morning with a Map of the planned Repair Areas that need attention and the Over Night Infrared Heat Perimeter Map with Heat Detection with in the Perimeter. Tap and Expand Images for the full view and the Map Legends. Heat Perimeter Infrared Over Night Flight KML […]
Angels Camp, CA….Tonight was a Butte Fire Community Meeting held at Bret Harte High School. This meeting was an overview of the fire from start until now. Video
Twain Harte Ca. CHP LIVE CAD ids reporting a Vehicle Roll Over at the Black Oak Casino. Please use caution in the area for the next few hours. Incident: 00801 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: 0 Black Oak Rd Loc Desc: Black Oak Lat/Lon: 37.971309 -120.278707 Detail Information 6:25 PM 7 [16] PER FIRE 1182 […]
Sonora Ca. CalFire Crews along with Tuolumne County resources are working a 3 acre Vegetation Fire in the vicinity of Spanish Grant Rd and Red Heather Dr. Please use caution in the area as resources work this incident. Incident: 00574 Type: Fatality Location: Longeway Rd / Spanish Grant Dr Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.000756 -120.266989 Detail […]
San Andreas, CA…Firefighters battling the Butte Fire have pushed the containment to 80% The number of homes lost held steady and the number of damaged and destroyed structures is currently under review with FEMA. Fire behavior remained minimal within the fire perimeter. Firefighters continue mop-up operations to increase containment lines. Smoke may continue to impact […]
Valley Springs, CA…Dale Franklin Robitaille was born on March 5th, 1953 in Phoenix Arizona He was 62 years old. He was a professional painter and passed away at his home in Valley Springs on September 12. He was a member of the Valley Springs Church of Christ. SURVIVORS Children: Leah Robitaille & Raymond Robitaille Brothers: […]
Jamestown, CA…On September 18th, a vehicle into a power pole sparked a 1 1/2 acre vegetation fire. Details are below… September 18, 2015 15-CATCU 009931 CAL FIRE TUOLUMNE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT CAL FIRE Tuolumne/Calaveras Unit Fire Report Fax #: 754-1959 or call 754-3831 Location (Town, street address, intersection, etc.) PERRICONE ROAD CROSS HIGHWAY 120, PEORIA, […]
Mokelumne Hill, CA… Dr. Michael T. Romano Jr, age 65, of Mokelumne Hill, Ca lost his battle with cancer early Saturday morning, September 12. His wife, Connie, and his stepchildren, Tom, Chris, Mandy, Crystal, and Grandson Connor were with him in Modesto after he and Connie were evacuated from their home by the Butte wildland […]
Sacramento, CA…In letters to President Barack Obama, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today requested Presidential major disaster declarations for the state following the Valley Fire and Butte Fire, which have scorched more than 145,000 acres, taken lives and destroyed thousands of homes and structures. A Presidential Major Disaster Declaration triggers the release of federal funds […]
Madison, WI…Governor Walker’s statement on exiting the race for the Whitehouse. “As a kid, I was drawn to Ronald Reagan because he was a Republican and a conservative. But most of all, I admired him because of his eternal optimism in the American people. That thought came into my head when we were all standing […]
Murphys, CA…Last Weekend’s Butte Fire Fundraiser Rummage & Bake Sale was a HUGE Success in Murphys. “Today will go down as one of the most amazing, happy and humble days of my life! So proud of my two Daughters Nicole Jones and Kelsey smith. They helped spear head this amazing community fundraiser which raised $15,108.06 […]
SACRAMENTO – In letters to President Barack Obama, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today requested Presidential major disaster declarations for the state following the Valley Fire and Butte Fire, which have scorched more than 145,000 acres, taken lives and destroyed thousands of homes and structures. A Presidential Major Disaster Declaration triggers the release of federal […]
Janice Marie Raaka Born: September 18, 1939 Utica, NY Entered into Rest: West Point August 21, 2015 Jackson CA Passed away of natural causes Age: 75 She was a High school grad. Janice had been a receptionist at Joe Kerley body shop Her hobbies were: Crocheting, making blankets and men Among her Survivors are: Her […]
Strawberry Ca. CHP LIVE CAD is reporting a Vehicle Roll Over with Pin In and 2 patients on Hwy 108 at George Dr. Please use caution in the area for the next few hours. Incident: 00734 Type: Fatality Location: Sr108 / George Dr Loc Desc: SR108 / GEORGES Lat/Lon: 38.200473 -120.012904 Detail Information5:34 PM 12 […]
Washington, DC… Remarks of President Barack Obama, “Hi, everybody. It’s hard to believe, but it was seven years ago this week that one of Wall Street’s biggest investment banks went bankrupt, triggering a meltdown on Wall Street and the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression. And in the months that followed, millions of Americans […]
Washington, DC…The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds farmers and ranchers affected by the recent wildfires in Alaska, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington State that USDA has programs to assist with their recovery efforts. The Farm Service Agency (FSA) can assist farmers and ranchers who lost livestock, grazing land, fences or eligible trees, bushes […]
Sacramento Ca. CalFire TV September 21, 2015 – The Fire Situation Report
San Andreas, CA…As the devastating Northern California wildfires continue to burn – the Valley and Butte Fires have destroyed thousands of acres and hundreds of homes- at State Farm we would like to remind customers the steps they can follow to seek assistance. What to Expect from the Claims Process Customers who have suffered damage […]
San Andreas Ca. A FAA Temporary Flight Restriction is still in effect over the Butte Fire Incident that spans both Amador and Calaveras Counties. The TFR extends to 9k feet. For more information about TFR’s you can go to FAA TFR Helps to read more about this subject.
Valley Springs, CA…Our hearts go out to the entire community the past few weeks, and especially to those who have lost their homes in the recent fires. Sam, who many of you know, is a board member of the Calaveras Consolidated Fire Protection District. He has a couple of tops and safety checks he wants […]
