Tuesday Fire Summary, Fatalities Holding at 41, 245,000 Acres, 5,700 Structures Destroyed, 40,000 Evacuated

Tuesday Fire Summary, Fatalities Holding at 41, 245,000 Acres, 5,700 Structures Destroyed, 40,000 Evacuated

Sacramento, CA…California Statewide Fire Summary,  Tuesday, October 17, 2017.  In the past week, over 245,000 acres have burned across California.  More than 11,000 firefighters continue making progress on 12 large wildfires burning in the State.  The death toll remains at 41, and more than 5,700 structures destroyed.  As containment figures continue to increase, many of the evacuations across […]

Traffic Update….Minor Injury Off Road Excursion off Burson Road

Traffic Update….Minor Injury Off Road Excursion off Burson Road

Valley Springs, CA…CHP is reporting a Dodge Pickup has gone off of Burson Road. It apparently an unplanned excursion that has resulted in minor injuries. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00307 Type: Trfc Collision-Minor Inj Location: 3548 Burson Rd Loc Desc: X DAKOTA Lat/Lon: 38.193488 -120.889916 Close Detail Information 5:27 PM 7 [10] […]

Traffic Update….Backhoe on its’ side Near Hwy 49 & Carol Kennedy

Traffic Update….Backhoe on its’ side Near Hwy 49 & Carol Kennedy

Angels Camp, CA…CHP is reporting a pickup with a utility trailer with a backhoe on its’ side. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00313 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr49 / Carol Kennedy Dr Loc Desc: 1182H Lat/Lon: 38.145943 -120.638864 Close Detail Information 5:31 PM 4 [8] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 MOTHERLODE 209-754-1740 – […]

Traffic Update….Overturned Logging Truck Near Greeley Hill Rd & Ponderosa Way

Traffic Update….Overturned Logging Truck Near Greeley Hill Rd & Ponderosa Way

Greeley Hill, CA…Traffic Update….Overturned Logging Truck Near Greeley Hill Rd & Ponderosa Way Incident: 00193 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Greeley Hill Rd / Ponderosa Way Loc Desc: 1/2 MILE W/O Lat/Lon: 37.736810 -120.157456 Close Detail Information 12:45 PM 10 [19] [Notification] [CHP]-PER VIC’S NO TRK AVAIL / WILL ROLL NEXT [Shared] 12:38 PM 9 […]

Monday Fire Summary, 41 Fatalities, 213,000 Acres, 5,700 Structures Destroyed, 40,000 Evacuated

Monday Fire Summary, 41 Fatalities, 213,000 Acres, 5,700 Structures Destroyed, 40,000 Evacuated

Santa Rosa, CA…California Statewide Fire Summary Monday, October 16, 2017. 11,000 firefighters continued to make good progress on 14 large wildfires burning across the State, despite the fact that several new fires ignited. On the current 14 large wildfires over 213,000 acres have burned, an estimated 5,700 structures destroyed and sadly 41 people have been […]

Home, Barn & 12 Acres Burn on Friday Afternoon In Lake Camanche Area

Home, Barn & 12 Acres Burn on Friday Afternoon In Lake Camanche Area

Jackson, CA…From the Amador Sheriff’s Office..”Around 3:30 this afternoon the Sheriff’s Office received a report of a possible barn on fire in the area of Coal Mine Road and Reservation Road. Due to the wind and dry fuels the fire quickly spread, triggering evacuations along Camanche Parkway North, Coal Mine Road, Reservation Road, and Buena […]

Sunday Fire Summary, 40 Fatalities, 217,566 Acres, 5,700 Structures Destroyed, 75,000 Evacuated

Sunday Fire Summary, 40 Fatalities, 217,566 Acres, 5,700 Structures Destroyed, 75,000 Evacuated

California Statewide Fire Summary Sunday, October 15, 2017.  Yesterday, nearly 11,000 firefighters beat back the flames and made good progress towards the containment of now 15 large wildfires across California. 217,566 acres have burned in the current 15 large fires, with an estimated 5,700 structures destroyed. Sadly, the death toll has risen to 40 people. As progress has been made on […]

Saturday Fire Summary, 35 Fatalities, 214,000 Acres, 5,700 Structures Destroyed, 100,000 Evacuated

Saturday Fire Summary, 35 Fatalities, 214,000 Acres, 5,700 Structures Destroyed, 100,000 Evacuated

Santa Rosa, CA…Gusty winds increased early this morning forcing new evacuations and a sparking a new large wildfire in Lake County. Currently more than 10,000 firefighters are battling 16 large wildfires that in total have burned over 214,000 acres. Approximately 100,000 people have been evacuated from the fires. These fires have been extremely destructive with […]

Traffic Update….Injury Collision Near Clinton Rd / Carole Ct

Traffic Update….Injury Collision Near Clinton Rd / Carole Ct

Jackson, CA…CHP is reporting an injury collisioni where a 17 year old male has sustained facial injuries. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00319 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Clinton Rd / Carole Ct Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.369605 -120.669220 Close Detail Information 4:34 PM 1 [2] 17 YO MALE FACIAL INJ Unit Information 4:37 […]

California Fire Update, 31 Fatalities, 221,754 Acres, Temps Warming Into Weekend

California Fire Update, 31 Fatalities, 221,754 Acres, Temps Warming Into Weekend

Santa Rosa, CA…California Statewide Fire Summary for Friday, October 13, 2017.  Overnight firefighters continued their battle against 17 wildfires that have burned 221,754 acres. Several of the wildfires merged with other fires, while full containment was made on three other.  While several of the fires experienced winds overnight they were relatively light, but a Red Flag Warning has been issued for […]

Caltrans District 10 Roadwork Schedule for Week of 10/15/17 Through 10/21/17

Caltrans District 10 Roadwork Schedule for Week of 10/15/17 Through 10/21/17

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 […]

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Fire Situation Update From Cal OES

Fire Situation Update From Cal OES

Sacramento, CA…From Cal OES…Firefighters began battling multiple wildfires on October 9 in numerous counties across the entire state, prompting mass evacuations. Thousands of acres burned and threatened infrastructure as strong winds fueled the fast-moving fires. As of today, as many as 18 fires are burning in nine counties and an estimated 20,000 people are evacuated. […]

Traffic Update….Vehicle vs Big Rig on Hwy 12 Near Messing Road (Updated…Minor Injury)

Traffic Update….Vehicle vs Big Rig on Hwy 12 Near Messing Road (Updated…Minor Injury)

Valley Springs, CA…CHP is reporting a possible injury collision near Hwy 12 & Messing. Please use caution in the area. Incident: 00171 Type: Trfc Collision-Minor Inj Location: Sr12 / Messing Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.180681 -120.908787 Close Detail Information 10:59 AM 5 [7] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1179-Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt to 1181-Trfc Collision-Minor Inj by […]

California Fire Update, 23 Dead, 191,437 Acres, 3,500 Homes and other Structures were Destroyed

California Fire Update, 23 Dead, 191,437 Acres, 3,500 Homes and other Structures were Destroyed

Santa Rosa, CA…California Statewide Fire Summary Thursday, October 12, 2017.  Fire conditions remained active overnight as over 8,000 firefighters braced for gusty.  North winds as they battle 21 wildfires that have burned 191,437 acres. Red Flag Warnings for gusty winds and low humidity remain in effect across the fire area and  much of Northern California. These winds will continue to […]

Stanislaus National Forest Ends Temporary Fire Restrictions in Moderate Hazard Areas

Stanislaus National Forest Ends Temporary Fire Restrictions in Moderate Hazard Areas

Sonora, CA…The fire restrictions in moderate hazard areas have been terminated as of Oct. 10, 2017. The Stanislaus National Forest enacted temporary fire restrictions in Moderate Hazard Areas on Aug. 26, Restrictions in High Hazard Areas remain in effect. A fire restrictions map is included More information about fire restrictions and the Forest Order is […]

Traffic Update…Vehicle into Ditch near Sheep Ranch Rd / Colton Flat Rd

Traffic Update…Vehicle into Ditch near Sheep Ranch Rd / Colton Flat Rd

Sheep Ranch, CA…CHP is reporting a vehicle into a ditch near Sheep Ranch Rd / Colton Flat Rd. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00083 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sheep Ranch Rd / Colton Flat Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.221082 -120.470624 Close Detail Information 6:06 AM 1 [2] VEH INTO DITCH Unit Information […]

Early Morning Fire Destroys Mountain Ranch Home

Early Morning Fire Destroys Mountain Ranch Home

Mountain Ranch, CA…An early morning fire destroyed a home in Mountain Ranch. From CAL-FIRE TCU…”Units from the CAL FIRE Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit assisted Central Calaveras Fire with a residential structure fire this morning in Mountain Ranch (Calaveras County). The fire was contained and burned a small spot of wildland in addition to the structure”

California Fire Update…22 Large Fires, 170,000 Acres, 17 Deaths, 3,500 Homes & Businesses Destroyed

California Fire Update…22 Large Fires, 170,000 Acres, 17 Deaths, 3,500 Homes & Businesses Destroyed

Napa, CA…Overnight fire conditions were very active on several fronts forcing additional evacuations across Northern California. Firefighters are battling 22 large wildfires that have burned nearly 170,000 acres. Firefighters are bracing for the winds to shift this evening and increase in speed. 17 people are confirmed to have died in the wildfires this week. 11 people alone died in […]

Point Fire Reaches 70% Containment

Point Fire Reaches 70% Containment

West Point, CA…With 4 Structures Lost the Point Fire was tragic for some but there was thankfulness for the great work by firefighters and first responders in keeping the rest of the community safe. Point Fire Incident Information: Last Updated: October 11, 2017 10:42 am Date/Time Started: October 09, 2017 1:10 am Administrative Unit: CAL […]

Traffic Update….Vehicle Down in Gully in Valley Springs Area

Traffic Update….Vehicle Down in Gully in Valley Springs Area

Valley Springs, CA…CHP is reporting a vehicle down in the gully near Golden Star Dr / Bullion Hill Dr. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00066 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Golden Star Dr / Bullion Hill Dr Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.177501 -120.825632 Close Detail Information 7:51 AM 4 [5] 1039 CALA SO 7:51 […]

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for California

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for California

Washington, DC…The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of California to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by wildfires from October 8, 2017 and continuing. Federal funding is available to state and eligible local governments and certain private […]