Dog & Goat Missing On Doe Road
West Point, CA…A White & Tan Goat and a White Pyrenees Dog are missing on Doe Road in the West Point area. If you have seen one or both of this wandering pair call 209.256.6861
Janice Marie Raaka 1939 – 2015
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 […]
Butte Fire Temporary Flight Restrictions Still In Place
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.
Neighbors Building For Neighbors 50% Off Butte Fire Recovery Ad Specials
Arnold, CA…If you are a Local Building or Home improvement provider, you or someone you know probably lost a home in the Butte Fire! You can help them rebuild with Homes, Garages & Outbuildings better than the ones they lost. One of the best ways to help our local economy recover is for labor, lumber, […]
Vehicle Accident Hwy 26 at Deerdorf Road
West Point Ca. CHP LIVE CAD is reporting a Veh vs Child Accident near Hwy 26 and Deerdorf Road. A Medi Flight is on order. Please use caution in the area for the next 3 hours. This incident is NOT related to the #Butte Fire and nothing agency fire related involved. Incident: 00360 Type: Trfc […]
Food Waste Bins deployed by Cal-Waste
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Butte Fire Recovery Food Waste Bins deployed by Cal-Waste. Under direction of Calaveras County Public Works, Cal-Waste has deployed food waste bins at the following areas: Mokelumne Hill, Mountain Ranch, Additional bins will be deployed Friday, 09/18 in: Wilseyville, Glencoe, Westpoint, Railroad Flat, Sheep Ranch Calls for bin locations and pickup […]
All Calaveras County School Districts To Resume School On Monday
Angels Camp, CA…Due to the Butte Fire All Calaveras County Schools will be closed through Friday, September 18th. Please refer to your child(s) School District(s) Website for up-to-date information regarding school closures.. Bret Harte Union High School District (BHUHSD): http://bhhs-bhuhsd-ca.schoolloop.com/ Calaveras Unified School District (CUSD): http://www.calaveras.k12.ca.us/SUBWEBS/05%20Information/news.htm Mark Twain Union Elementary School District (MTUESD): http://www.mtwain.k12.ca.us/site/default.aspx?PageID=1 Vallecito […]
Butte Fire Re-Population Phase VI, Hwy 26 Corridor Reopens
SAFETY MESSAGE The public is reminded to stay vigilant on current fire conditions. Please continue to adhere to road closures and any evacuation warnings or advisories. If you see electrical wires on the ground, stay clear and contact PG&E immediately. Trees and poles with deep charring, particularly if still smoking, should be considered hazardous. Please […]
Calaveras Community Foundation Establishes Butte Fire Disaster Relief Fund
Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras Community Foundation (a 501(c)(3) non-profit) has created the Disaster Relief Fund to provide disaster assistance in Calaveras County. The Foundation will be focusing on post-event recovery and is currently assessing how best to use its financial resources. Donations may be sent to the Foundation at PO Box 1436, Angels Camp, 95222, […]
Boy Scout Troop 302 Will Be Collecting Food & Money For Evacuees on Monday night 9/14
Valley Springs, CA…Monday night September 14 @ 6:30 p.m. We will meet at Veterans Hall; 189 Pine Street; Valley Springs, CA (Next to V.S. Elementary School) We will all walk together to the outdoor chapel built by Eagle Scout Mathew Couto to say a prayer and song. The outdoor chapel is located about 5 minute […]
Reminder…All CUSD Schools Will Be Closed Monday and Tuesday Because Of The Butte Fire
San Andreas, CA…All CUSD schools will be closed on Monday & Tuesday, September 14th & 15th due to the impact of the Butte Fire. When a decision is made to open any or all sites, or continue with school closure, further communication will be provided. We will continue to look at the overall situation, assess […]
Butte Fire Re-Population Phase 1 & Road Closures
Amador & Calaveras, CA…Repopulation Issues: The county roads and utility companies are working to make the area safe. We are doing everything we can to accommodate evacuees and assisting them back into their homes as soon possible. Repopulation Sunday, September 13, 2015 at 4:00 PM. The following evacuation areas have been lifted for RESIDENTS ONLY: […]
Frogtown Becomes Noah’s Ark For People, Pets & Farm Animals
Angels Camp, CA…Local Ranchers, FFA, 4H, Animal Services, concerned citizens and more have turned Frogtown’s arena and animal areas into a safe haven for those fleeing the fire whether they are on 4 legs or two. Hay, pet food & supplies, toys for kids, toiletries, personal supplies, hot meals, welcome smiles and helping hands abound. […]
All CUSD Schools Closed Tomorrow
San Andrea, CA… Due to the Butte Fire, and the significant impact on staff, students, families and our community, all CUSD schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, September 11. We plan to resume full operations on Monday, September 14. If this changes, you will be notified. Please do what you can to help those impacted […]
Calaveras Supervisors To Vote On Declaration Of Emergency Due To Butte Fire
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting this afternoon to vote on a Local Declaration of Emergency due to the Butte Fire. The Resolution is below.and the agenda is enclosed… Board of Supervisors Special Meeting 9/10/2015 1:30 PM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road San Andreas, CA […]
Domestic Animals During An Emergency
San Andreas, CA…If you evacuated with your dogs, cats or any other pets due to the fire, make sure you have the essentials with you, e.g. food, water and any medication that your pet might need. Documents showing ownership and/or most recent vaccinations are also very helpful. For more information on how to be prepared […]
Wildfire Smoke Health Precautions
San Andreas, CA…Smoke is visible in some areas of Calaveras County as a result of multiple wildfires. Calaveras County Public Health Services advises the community to avoid exposure to the wildfire smoke as much as possible. The main health threat from wildfire smoke comes from fine particles. These particles can get into the eyes and […]
Calaveras County Public Health Issues Heat Advisory to Residents
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Public Health Services has issued a heat advisory for the County. We urge the public to act now to prevent heat-related illness. Temperatures of 100 degrees or more are expected for the remainder of the week. Dr. Kelaita, County Health Officer, stated, “Taking action now can prevent the possibility of heat-related […]
Butte Fire Full Morning Update…4,000 Acres, 57 Engines, 8 Water Tenders, Structures Lost 6, Outbuildings Lost 2, 15 Fire Crews, 3 Helicopters, 10 Bulldozers, 6 Air Tankers
Jackson – Mokelumne Hill, CA…Fire is expanding in all directions. Steep river drainages, high heat, low humidity, and volatile dry grassy oak woodland promote dangerous fire behavior and challenging terrain for firefighters. Amador-El Dorado CAL FIRE is being assisted by the Sacramento Regional Type III Incident Management Team. A CAL FIRE incident management team has […]
Calaveras Unified School Closures Due To Butte Fire
San Andrea, CA…Due to the fire off highway 26 and the resulting power outages, school will not be in session on Thursday at Mokelumne Hill, West Point, and Rail Road Flat Elementary Schools. Bus routes in those areas will not be operating so Toyon Middle School and Calaveras High School students from those areas will […]
Butte Fire Explodes To 2,600 Acres, 42 Engines, 4 Water Tenders, 12 Fire Crews, 3 Helicopters, 14 Bulldozers, 6 Air Tankers
Jackson/Mokelumne Hill, CA…Fire is burning in the Mokelumne River drainage as well as south of hwy 26 towards the Calaveras River Drainage. Fire is burning in multiple directions due to local wind patterns and topography. Amador- El Dorado CAL FIRE is being assisted by the Sacramento Regional Type III Incident Management Team. A CAL FIRE […]
Major Injuries To Amador City Man In Motorcycle Vs Tree Accident
West Point, CA…On 9/8/15 at approximately 1650 hours, CHP responded to a solo motorcycle collision with major injuries, on State Route 26 at Toloma Court. A 53 year old Amador City man was traveling westbound on State Route 26 at Toloma Court and an unknown rate of speed, and for unknown reasons, rode off of […]
Motorcycle Accident West Point
West Point Ca. CHP LIVE CAD reported a Motorcycle Accident in est Point near Hwy 26 and Main Street. A Medi Flight has taken the fallen Motorcyclist to one of the major hospitals in the region. Incident: 00373 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr26 / Main St Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.403434 -120.526958 Detail Information5:28 PM […]
CCWD Board Back In Action On September 9th
San Andreas,CA…The CCWD Board of Directors is back in action on September 9th. New Business includes: Water Conservation Measures, Blue Lake Springs Water Company, CCWD Board Seat and more. The complete agenda is below… BOARD OF DIRECTORS Bertha Underhill, President Terry Strange, Vice President Jeff Davidson, Director Scott Ratterman, Director Dennis Mills, Director RESOLUTION NO. […]
Downed Power Lines Spark West Point Area Fire
West Point, CA……On August 30 quick work by ground and air units helped keep a fire in the 400 block of Higdon Spink Cutoff Road to 1/4 acre. Downed power lines sparked the fire that had the the fuel to grow. Additional details on the incident are below. August 30, 2015 15-CATCU 009112 CAL FIRE […]
Advisory: Human Remains Found Winton Road
West Point Ca. MEDIA RELEASE Contact: Sgt. Anthony Eberhardt Release Date: 08/31/15 Release Time: immediate Time: 1100 hours Release Number: 01 Human Remains Found On 08/29/15 at about 1610 hours, the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office responded to a rural area off of Winton Road, in West Point, to investigate a foul odor. The Sheriff’s Office […]
Deceased Male Found Off Of Winton Road
West Point, CA…On 08/29/15 at about 1610 hours, the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office responded to a rural area off of Winton Road, in West Point, to investigate a foul odor. The Sheriff’s Office located human remains of an adult male found off the roadway. The investigation is ongoing and is being treated as suspicious until […]
Vegetation Fires West Point California
West Point Ca. CalFire TCU along with West Point Fire, Central Fire and CalFire AEU are responding to a reported Vegetation Fire near West Point off Hwy 26 and Higdon Road with Power Lines down at the scene. Use caution in the area please. Update coming soon. Update: 5:23pm A second Fire is now being […]
Vegetation Fire Winton Road Blue Creek Drainage-Updating
West Point Ca. CalFire has dispatched a Full Wildland Dispatch out of Calaveras County and requested a Full Wildland Dispatch our of their Amador County Units to the Winton Road Road East of West Point into the Northern Blue Creek Drainage area for a reported Vegetation Fire. This area is mostly SPI Land covered by […]
Calaveras County Republicans To Meet August 12th
