San Andreas, CA…Sheriff DiBasilio administered the oath as 5 new members of the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Volunteer Unit were sworn in. The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Volunteer Unit is a group of individuals who support the Sheriff’s office by working the county substations, doing patrols, working special events, and tackling many of the routine tasks, therefore […]
Valley Springs, CA…Traffic & Fire Update….Pickup Truck on Fire Near Sr26 / Mangili Rd Incident: 00130 Type: Car Fire Location: Sr26 / Mangili Rd Loc Desc: ROAD TO HOGAN RESERVOIR Lat/Lon: 38.185451 -120.825623 Detail Information 11:09 AM 3 [8] RP SEES SIGN FOR MANGILI RD ACROSS THE WAY 11:08 AM 2 [6] PK UP TRUCK […]
Sacramento, CA…We are pleased to report that the CAL FIRE firefighter who suffered burn injuries on the Klamathon Fire has been released from the UC Davis Burn Center. The family has requested that all media inquiries be made to Scott McLean, CAL FIRE Deputy Chief of Communications, (530) 227-3571 or scott.mclean@fire.ca.gov. ###
Sonora, CA…This collision occurred as Mr. Williams was attempting to park his 2000 Chevrolet pickup truck in the Price Co grocery store parking lot directly in front of the store. Mr. Williams’ foot slipped off of the brake pedal and depressed the gas pedal causing the pick up to drive up onto the sidewalk. The […]
San Andreas, CA…Traffic Update….Collision near Sr49 / Sr12. Incident: 00164 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr49 / Sr12 Loc Desc: INTERSECTION Lat/Lon: 38.204798 -120.697423 Detail Information 11:45 AM 3 [6] A49-003 CLRNG RDWY NEG 1125 11:32 AM 2 [2] BLU HOND CRV VS BLU SED 11:32 AM 1 [1] PARTIAL 1125 Unit Information 11:35 AM […]
Paloma, CA…At about 8pm tonight firefighters were dispatched to a reported vegetation fire on Paloma Rd & Gillam Rd. The first on scene engine reported a vegetation fire of about 3 acres in size moving uphill with a moderate rate of spread, with one structure threatened. Firefighters quickly made access to the fire with the […]
Drytown, CA…Irish Fire Update, Forward Progress Stopped, 840 Acres, 40%. Contained.Irish Fire Incident Information: Last Updated:July 06, 2018 7:34 pm. Date/Time Started: July 06, 2018 2:42 pm. Administrative Unit: CAL FIRE Amador – El Dorado Unit. County: Amador County Location: Off Irish Ridge Road and Carbondale Road, southeast of Plymouth. Acres Burned – Containment: 840 […]
San Francisco, CA…In an effort to help prevent wildfires and protect communities, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is joining forces with local Fire Safe Councils to enhance the safety and preparedness of local communities. PG&E is providing $2 million to fund local Fire Safe Council projects to reduce the threat of wildfires and help […]
Drytown, CA…In the last hour the Irish Fire has swelled to over 100 acres with 5% Containment. County: Amador County Location: off Irish Hill Road and Carbondale Road, north of Ione Acres Burned – Containment: 100 acres – 5% contained. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00262 Type: Report of Fire Location: 16400 Irish […]
Arnold, CA…It is time for their Annual 4th of July BBQ, and they would like to invite everyone out for a great family night of fun. The Ebbetts Pass Firefighters and Association would like to thank their community for the great support they receive all year long. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!
Drytown, CA…Fire Update….10 Acre Fire in Amador County Incident: 00262 Type: Report of Fire Location: 16400 Irish Hill Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.423213 -120.955331 Detail Information 2:56 PM 1 [11] IN THE VICINITY OF 16229 IRISH HILL RD , APPRX 10 ACRES ,RAPID RATE OF SPREAD /SPEED Unit Information 3:03 PM 2 Unit Assigned 3:03 […]
Groveland, CA…On Friday, July 6, 2018 at approximately 5:00 am, 38 year old Groveland resident, Reyna Dolores Moreno, was driving her 2004 Honda Accord. Moreno was backing her vehicle out of a private driveway on Alice Lane north of State Route 120. Due to her high level of alcohol intoxication, she allowed her vehicle to […]
Arnold, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close eastbound and westbound State Route 4 (SR-4) from Meadowview Road to Pine Drive in Arnold for the Annual Independence Day Parade. The closure is scheduled for Saturday, July 7, 2018, from 9:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. (noon.) Eastbound traffic will be detoured from SR-4 to Meadowview […]
San Andreas, CA…On 7/5/18 at approx. 2145 hrs. the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office received multiple 911 calls regarding a male waiving a gun acting strange in the roadway on Mountain Ranch Rd near Rocky Rd between San Andreas and Mountain Ranch California. Callers described the gun as being either an AR-15 or shotgun. Three (3) […]
Jamestown, CA…Traffic Update….Overturned Big Rig Near J59 / Old Don Pedro Rd. Incident: 00091 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: J59 / Old Don Pedro Rd Loc Desc: J59 JSO TURKEY RANCH Lat/Lon: 37.826122 -120.473925 Detail Information 9:19 AM 23 [40] A61-001 CLOSURE IN PLACE 9:04 AM 22 [39] 1039 ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AT 209-533-5633** UNK IF […]
Angels Camp, CA…The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on many of our roadways. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county, and location of the possible repairs. Weather […]
Markleeville, CA…(Ebbetts Pass Closed 5am to 3pm) Celebrating 38 years in California’s Alps (1980-2018) Recognized as one of the premier cycling events in the West. The Alpine County Chamber of Commerce invites riders to participate in the Tour of the California Alps – Death Ride®, while enjoying the magnificent scenery and warm hospitality of Alpine […]
Sonora, CA…Traffic Update….Vehicle Fire near Longeway Rd / Hunts Rd Incident: 00268 Type: Car Fire Location: Longeway Rd / Hunts Rd Loc Desc: 21267 LONGEWAY Lat/Lon: 38.008391 -120.259080 Detail Information NO DETAILS Unit Information 1:13 PM 3 Unit Assigned 1:13 PM 2 Unit Enroute
Martell, CA…Traffic Update….Vehicle vs Motorcycle near Sr49 / Ridge Rd Incident: 00182 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr49 / Ridge Rd Loc Desc: IFO BOWLING ALLEY Lat/Lon: 38.378432 -120.802394 Detail Information 11:25 AM 2 [2] 1039 AMA SO 11:25 AM 1 [1] VEH VRS MC Unit Information 11:26 AM 4 Unit Assigned 11:26 AM 3 […]
Copperopolis, CA..On July 4, 2018 at approximately 1403 hours, Jensen was driving her 2010 Jeep northbound on O’Byrnes Ferry Road approaching Duchess Drive at an undetermined speed. Glover was driving his 2009 Scion southbound on O’Byrnes Ferry Road approaching Duchess Drive at an undetermined speed. As the two vehicles reached Duchess Drive, Jensen made a […]
Sonora, CA…With the Fourth of July upon us, Stanislaus National Forest visitors can enjoy a variety of summer recreation activities, including camping, backpacking, and picnicking. Extreme temperatures are likely, so we encourage you to be prepared for summer heat. These unseasonably hot temperatures increase the risk of fire as the ground begins to dry. Extreme […]
Sacramento, CA…Smoother roads and transportation improvements have been promised to Californians, and Caltrans is delivering on that promise with projects funded by SB 1. In this Caltrans News Flash, transportation officials talk about how SB 1 funds are being used to repave roads, like the US Highway 50 project in Sacramento, and how these highway […]