Grizzly Flats, CA…The fire activity in the early portion of the day increased due to the strong winds from the Southwest. The National Weather Service initiated a RED FLAG WARNING from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for strong southwest winds and low humidity. The main fire spread was to the northeast, aided by the winds […]
Grizzly Flats, CA…There was an increase in fire activity due to wind shifts in a southerly direction. The main fire spread was in a northeasterly direction towards Highway 50. Fire-damaged timber continues to cause rollout and ember cast that is aiding spotting distances up to a half-mile long in all areas. Due to very dry […]
Grizzly Flat, CA…Throughout the night there was active fire with short range spotting and rollout was still occurring in steep drainages from fire weakened timber. With historic drought conditions there is heavy dead and down fuels through the fire area. Northern California remains under fuels and fire behavior advisory. Due to ongoing damage assessment of […]
Copperopolis, CA…928 PG&E Customers are currently without power in the Copperopois Area. According to PG&E electrons should be flowing soon..
Jackson, CA…Evacuation Warnings have been issued for the following areas south of the El Dorado-Amador County line from: • Shenandoah Road at the Amador County line west through the River Pines community, continuing west on Shenandoah Road to Ostrom Road. • South on Ostrom Road to Jibboom Street, west on Jibboom Street to Fiddletown Road. […]
Grizzly Flats, CA…The Caldor Fire continued to experience unprecedented fire behavior and growth due to extremely dry fuels pushed by the south west winds. A red flag warning is still in effect for the fire area through 8:00 PM tonight with winds switching to the northeast. These winds, combined with low humidity and extremely dry […]
Placerville, CA…In response to the extreme fire behavior demonstrated by the Caldor Fire, and risks to public and firefighter safety, Forest Supervisor Jeff Marsolais has issued an emergency forest closure of all National Forest System lands, roads, and trails within the Eldorado National Forest. The forest-wide closure — Forest Order No. 03-21-14 – will be in effect […]
Pollock Pines, CA…Caldor Fire Evacuation Information Update 8/17/21 at 1PM. The new Evacuation Center is set up at the Cameron Park CSD at 2502 Country Club Drive, in Cameron Park. We are transitioning away from the Diamond Springs Fireman’s Hall. There will be additional shelters open soon. If you have not signed up for Code […]
Martell, CA…Traffic Update….Vehicle Into Building Injury Collision Off Martell Road Incident: 00099 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: 12370 Martell Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.366346 -120.797187 Detail Information 9:03 AM 5 [8] A94-001 TRANS TO SUTTER AMA PRIOR TO CHP 97] 8:59 AM 4 [6] A94-005 1185 97 8:53 AM 3 [5] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 […]
Grizzly Flats, CA…Extreme fire behavior was observed overnight causing immediate mandatory evacuations in the area and structure loss was observed. The actual number of destroyed/damaged structures is undetermined as fire conditions are not yet safe to bring in damage assessment teams. The fire continues to pose a high risk to multiple populated communities. Additional evacuations […]
Pioneer, CA…Orval Flannery was driving his Cadillac westbound on Tiger Creek Road, east of Old River Road, in Amador County. He was driving at an unknown speed when he approached a gradual right hand curve in the roadway. Mr. Orval allowed the Escalade to travel off the south side of Tiger Creek Road where it […]
Pioneer, CA…Sheila G. May 1/26/1953 – 8/11/2021. Sheila May, 68, of Pioneer, passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at her home. Arrangements entrusted to Sierra Cremation & Burial Service – Calaveras. www.sierracremationservice.com
Arnold, CA…We don’t say this often but fairly ugly weather to start the week. The latest from the National Weather Service in Sacramento for the Mother Lode & West Slope. Detailed forecast for West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada Rest Of Tonight Mostly clear. At higher elevations, a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms late in […]
Grizzly Flats, CA…The Caldor Fire is burning in the steep Middle Fork Cosumnes River Canyon east of the Omo Ranch area near Sopiago Creek. Challenging terrain has made accessing the fire difficult. The fire actively burned last night with some growth on all sides but mostly to the east. The new acreage is based on […]
Buckhorn, CA…Traffic Update….Injury, Rollover, Off Roadway Collision Near Tiger Creek Rd / Sr88 Incident: 00075 Type: Fatality Location: Tiger Creek Rd / Sr88 Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.444578 -120.532385 Detail Information 1:57 PM 28 [99] A94-005 ATR TOOK VEH FOR EVIDENCE 11:10 AM 27 [86] 45-281 CPZ LN 68-69 VIA LL // WILL BE ENRT WHEN […]
Amador County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform highway construction operations on State Route 104 from the Amador/Sacramento County Line to Sutter Lane beginning Sunday, August 15, through Friday, August 20, 2021, from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Mototorists should expect 10 minute delays and use alternate routes whenever possible. This work is […]
Alpine County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has suspended the Mountain Counties Bridge Rails project due to the recent Tamarack Fire and seasonal winter suspension in Alpine County. Construction operations will resume in spring 2022 at the following locations: The Silver Creek Bridge on Route 4 between the Centerville Flat and Silver Creek campgrounds. […]
Jackson, CA…Learn to Square Dance in 12 Weeks! Starts Thursday, Sept. 9, 6:30 – 7:45 pm. Fun for families, singles or couples, no special dress required. Music from country to pop. Three months of great exercise and fun for only $60 – half price for 21 & under, family rate available. Amador Senior Center Hall, […]
Amador County, CA…Amador County Public Health reports 156 more cases of COVID-19 since last Tuesday’s update, bringing the total laboratory confirmed case count to 2,193. The current cases include 78 males and 78 females; 26 children under the age of 18 years, 79 aged 18-49, 27 aged 50-64, 24 age 65 and above; 33 residing […]
Valley Springs, CA…8-8-21 1330 mid 20’ male from Stockton was swimming near the eucalyptus point Lake Camanche. Experienced difficulty went under water. Calaveras county marine safety deputies, East Bay MUD Rangers and Amador SO were dispatched to assist in locating the victim. He was located at about 5:00pm by CCSO divers in about 8 feet […]
Amador County, CA – Amador County Public Health reports 80 more cases of COVID-19 since last Tuesday’s update, bringing the total laboratory confirmed case count to 2,038. The current cases include 38 males and 42 females, 11 children under the age of 18 years, 41 aged 18-49, 14 aged 50-64, 14 age 65 and above; […]
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 […]
Amador County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct drainage and repaving work next week on State Routes 49, 88 and 104. Work is scheduled to occur as follows: Route 49 • One-way traffic control from Bush Street to Main Street/Plymouth Shenandoah Road for drainage work beginning Sunday, August 1, through Monday, August 2, […]
Markleeville, CA…Special Notes: The Rocky Mountain Type 1 Incident Management Team will transition command of the fire to the Sierra Front Type 3 Team 1 tonight. Both teams thank the local communities for their hospitality and assistance. Current Situation: Portions of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest currently have Stage II fire restrictions. With dry, windy weather […]
Pioneer, CA…The driver of the Chevrolet was eastbound Shakeridge Road, west of Evergreen Way at a high rate of speed, while evading an Amador County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) vehicle, displaying lights and siren as required by the California Vehicle Code. The driver of the Chevrolet allowed the vehicle to leave the roadway along the south […]
Carson City, NV…Forest officials on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest will reopen a portion of the Pacific Crest Trail that was closed due to the Tamarack Fire. The Pacific Crest Trail between California State Route 88 and California State Route 4 (Ebbetts Pass) will reopen Saturday, July 31 at 12:01 a.m. “While we’re reopening this portion […]
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 […]
Jackson, CA…Hello Amador Citizens: Do you want the award for the HIGHEST water rates in the State of California and quite possibly the Nation? Do you want the Amador Water Agency to remove another eight and half million dollars from our local economy every year? Do you want to trust that this money will go […]
Markleeville, CA….Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care contacted Alpine County on Sunday evening (7/25/21) after receiving a report from a Markleeville resident regarding an injured black bear cub in the Markleeville area. The injuries to the animal were a result of the Tamarack Fire and the mother bear could not be located. As a result, the Lake […]
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 […]
