Sonora, CA…Traffic Update…Overturned Vehicle on Longeway Rd / Phoenix Lake Rd…please be careful in the area Incident: 00232 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Longeway Rd / Phoenix Lake Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.033095 -120.271947 Detail Information 1:49 PM 5 [8] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 VICS 209-532-4523 1:49 PM 4 [7] A61-001 1185 VEH ON IT’S […]
Columbia, CA…Traffic & Fire Update….RV on Fire with Some Spread to Vegetation Near Sawmill Flat Rd / Parrotts Ferry Rd Incident: 00140 Type: Car Fire Location: Sawmill Flat Rd / Parrotts Ferry Rd Loc Desc: BTWN COLLEGE Lat/Lon: 38.018338 -120.395861 Detail Information 10:49 AM 3 [3] XFER FIRE 10:48 AM 2 [2] TREES ARE STARTING […]
Yosemite, CA…Judd was last seen on July 25, 2021, on a day hike from his camp, near Lower Merced Pass Lake, to Red Peak Pass. He is 69 years old and was wearing a blue shirt and gray pants, and was reportedly using white trekking poles with a navy blue day pack. Judd is 5 […]
Alpine, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) reopened State Routes 4 and 89 in Alpine County to through-traffic only at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. There will be no access to the United States Forest Service (USFS) lands. Be advised firefighting work on the Tamarack Fire is […]
Markleeville, CA…Special Notes: Residents returning to their homes following evacuations should be aware that there may still be fire activity nearby. Smoke and possible isolated flare-ups may occur for several weeks within the fire area as the fire burns through isolated fuels such as dead or downed trees. There is still firefighting work being done […]
Markleeville, CA…Alpine County Sheriff has set up Temporary Non-Emergency Line & Dispatch Line due to the Tamarack Fire. Alpine County Sheriff’s Office Non-Emergency Line: 530-721-0757. Alpine County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Line: 775-782-5126. EMERGENCY DIAL 911 Road Closures State Route 89 from the junction of Highway 88 to Highway 395 (Evacuee Access Allowed) State Route 4 […]
Alpine County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) plan to reopen State Routes 4 and 89 in Alpine County to through-traffic only at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. There will be no access to the United States Forest Service (USFS) lands. Be advised there is still firefighting […]
Angels Camp CA…On 7-27-2021, at approximately 1315 hours, P1 attempted to pass a motor home to the right, through a paved pull out, on SR-49 south of Cosgrave Road. An Arnold man was unable to maintain his motorcycle on the paved surface and road into the gravel. He lost control of his motorcycle which landed […]
Angels Camp, CA…Traffic Update….Motorcycle Down Near Sr49 / Cosgrave Rd. Motorcycle hit by motorhome… Incident: 00156 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr49 / Cosgrave Rd Loc Desc: SB Lat/Lon: 38.110035 -120.601843 Detail Information 1:38 PM 8 [17] [Rotation Request Comment] **** 1039 SAM BERRI TOW 209-728-3931 **** 1:37 PM 7 [16] 1185 FOR MC 1:22 […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…Traffic Update…..Collision Near Railroad Flat Rd / Jesus Maria Rd. Incident: 00131 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Railroad Flat Rd / Jesus Maria Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.284694 -120.504015 Detail Information 12:32 PM 6 [10] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1180-Trfc Collision-Major Inj to 1182-Trfc Collision-No Inj by CHP 12:32 PM 5 [9] [Notification] […]
South Lake Tahoe, CA…The SR-88 is open unless a significant change in fire behavior occurs. The closure at Ebbetts Pass on SR-4, Woodfords at SR-88, and Diamond Valley and at SR-88 remain closed. The fourth closure will be at the SR-89 and SR-4 to prevent access to Ebbetts Pass or Monitor Pass.
Markleeville, CA…Special Note: Residents returning to their homes following evacuations should be aware that there may still be fire activity nearby. Smoke and possible isolated flare-ups may occur for several weeks within the fire area as the fire burns through isolated fuels such as dead or downed trees. There is still firefighting work being done […]
Markleeville, CA…Special Notes: Smoke from the Dixie Fire has moved into the area and will affect visibility and air quality throughout the weekend. Air Operations may be impacted. Air quality may be unhealthy for those who are sensitive to smoke. Current Situation: Containment of the Tamarack Fire has jumped to 27% today. This follows a […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency for Plumas County due to the Dixie Fire and Fly Fire, Butte and Lassen counties due to the Dixie Fire, and Alpine County due to the Tamarack Fire. The fires collectively have destroyed homes, caused the evacuation of residents and damaged critical infrastructure, with the […]
Markleeville, CA…Firefighters have made made significant gains in efforts to slow down the growth of the Tamarack Fire, and are working to build on that progress today. Special Notes: Smoke from the Dixie Fire has moved into the area and will affect visibility and air quality throughout the weekend. Air Operations may be impacted. Air […]
Markleeville, CA…Alpine County in conjunction with CAL FIRE finalized the structure damage report and interactive map for Alpine county residents to check on the status of their structures. This application is updating every 24 hours with additional information. Residents can type in the address in the address or zoom in on the map to determine […]
Placerville, CA…With record breaking drought conditions causing extremely low fuel moistures, the Eldorado National Forest is increasing its fire restrictions to a forestwide campfire ban, beginning Monday, July 26, 2021. No wood or charcoal fires will be allowed anywhere in the forest under these new restrictions. The restrictions apply to all campgrounds, developed sites, and […]
Markleeville, CA…Alpine County Sheriff’s Office orders the Mandatory Evacuation of State Route 4 from the junction of State Route 89 to Ebbetts Pass. (Silver City Corridor). Road Closures Highway 88 is closed from the Nevada Stateline to Pickets Junction. State Route 89 Junction of Highway 88 to Highway 395. State Route 4 from the junction […]
Groveland, CA…Traffic Update…Big Rig Leaking Fuel Near Hwy 120 & Ferretti Road Incident: 00288 Type: Hazardous Materials Inc Location: 19000 Sr120 Loc Desc: XS FERRETTI Lat/Lon: 37.817974 -120.301269 Detail Information 2:18 PM 1 [1] BIG RIG SYSCO TRUCK LEAKING FUEL Unit Information 3:13 PM 3 Unit At Scene 2:21 PM 2 Unit Enroute 2:21 PM […]
Markleeville, CA…Planned Actions for today: Branch I (northeast side of fire) – Secure line in DIV K, finish prep on dozerline in K south of China Springs Youth Camp. Prepare for burnout and structure protection along US Highway 395. Identify contingency east of Highway 395 and secure major spot fire east of the highway. Branch […]
Gardnerville, CA…The spot fire east of Hwy 395 near Holbrook Junction has been growing rapidly, despite firefighters’ diligent efforts to contain it. Aerial resources estimated the spot at about 2,500 acres as of 4:10 p.m. Firefighters on the ground and aircraft continue to battle the growing spot under exceptionally difficult weather and fuel conditions. #TamarackFire
San Andreas, CA…July 22, 2021 – Calaveras Conserves encourages residents and visitors of the County to use water efficiently and prepare for extended dry conditions. While no mandatory conservation measures have been imposed by state officials, Gov. Gavin Newsom is calling on all Californians to voluntarily reduce water consumption by 15 percent compared to 2020 […]
Minden, NV…Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is providing escorts for the public through the US Highway 395 road closure from China Springs Road to the Nevada/California Stateline on Highway 395. This road is subject to full closure at anytime. These escorts allow the public the ability to go north or south between Gardnerville, SR 208, and […]
ALPINE/MONO COUNTIES – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has closed portions of State Routes 4, 88, 89 and 395 in the Sierra Nevada due to the Tamarack Fire that has consumed more than 50,000 acres and is 4 percent contained, according to Tamarack Fire Information. Here is the latest information, as of 1:00 p.m.: […]
Greeley Hill, CA…Traffic Update….Hit & Run From 2018 or 2019 Near Greeley Hill Rd / Greeley Ln Incident: 00149 Type: Hit and Run No Injuries Location: Greeley Hill Rd / Greeley Ln Loc Desc: AT HELIPAD Lat/Lon: 37.746019 -120.128314 Detail Information 11:26 AM 15 [21] 61-006 PER S3 1022 MILLER BROS / 1039 MILLER BROS […]
Markleeville, CA…The Tamarack Fire started as a lightning strike in the Mokelumne Wilderness on a rocky ridgetop with sparse fuels and natural barriers to fire spread. Friday, July 16 high winds caused rapid downslope fire spread. With this change in the fire, resources were quickly dispatched to the site. Additional resources were ordered, including very […]
Markleeville, CA…Fire activity has increased on the Tamarack Fire this afternoon. In Division F, firefighters are reporting winds out of the northwest. The fire is still south of the CA-88 road and west of the CA-89 road. Crews will continue to work in this area to keep the fire from crossing the road. In Division […]
Markleeville, CA…Current Situation: Last night, the Tamarack Fire crossed the state line a short distance into Douglas County, Nevada. It remains west of Hwy 395. The fire is approximately 40,000 acres and is 0% contained. Over 1,200 personnel are working on the fire and more resources are on order. Voluntary evacuations were issued for all […]
Markleeville, CA…Extremely dry conditions continue to challenge firefighters as they work to contain the Tamarack Fire. Operations Section Chief Pat Seekins has an update on the fire and the Incident Management Team’s strategy for today in this Operations Briefing. #TamarackFire 39,045 0% Contained 1219 Personnel
Minden, NV…(We know this isn’t of direct impact on our area here. However many people in this area have friends, family members & business there.) Voluntary evacuations have been issued for all residents in Leviathan Mine Rd. and Holbrook Junction areas. All residents can utilize the Topaz Ranch Estates (TRE) Community Center as an evacuation […]
