Conserve Water as We Are All in This Together!

Conserve Water as We Are All in This Together!

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Conserves was formed in Spring, 2015 as an opportunity for agencies to provide a consistent outreach message to the community during droughts. All major water agencies in Calaveras County are members including, Union Public Utility District, Valley Springs Public Utility District, City of Angels, Blue Lake Springs Mutual Water Company, Utica Power […]

Attorney General Bonta and District Attorney Spitzer Announce Criminal Charges Against Amplify Energy for Huntington Beach Oil Spill

Attorney General Bonta and District Attorney Spitzer Announce Criminal Charges Against Amplify Energy for Huntington Beach Oil Spill

Santa Anna, CA…California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer today announced the filing of misdemeanor charges against Amplify Energy, Beta Operating Company, and San Pedro Bay Pipeline (collectively, “Amplify”) for discharging approximately 25,000 gallons of petroleum from an underwater pipeline off the coast of Huntington Beach in October 2021. The charges […]

Governor Newsom Proclaims State of Emergency in Riverside, El Dorado and Placer Counties Due to Fires

Governor Newsom Proclaims State of Emergency in Riverside, El Dorado and Placer Counties Due to Fires

Sacramento, CA…Amid continued dangerous fire weather, Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency for Riverside County due to the Fairview Fire and for El Dorado and Placer counties due to the Mosquito Fire. The Fairview Fire has burned more than 19,000 acres and caused civilian fatalities. Both fires are threatening multiple communities and […]

Governor Newsom on Passing of Queen Elizabeth II

Governor Newsom on Passing of Queen Elizabeth II

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the death of Queen Elizabeth II: “California joins the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth, and people around the world in mourning the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. “The longest-ruling monarch in British history, Queen Elizabeth II has had an extraordinary impact throughout her momentous […]

Dr. Fauci Ordered to Turn over Emails with Social Media Companies

Dr. Fauci Ordered to Turn over Emails with Social Media Companies

Monroe, Louisiana….Judge Terry A. Doughty a United States District Judge for the Western District of Louisiana on Tuesday ordered Dr. Anthony Fauci and the White House Press Secretary to hand over their communications with social media companies. The ruling stems from a lawsuit alleging the Biden administration colluded with the companies to censor viewpoints that […]

California Statewide Fire Summary September 7, 2022

California Statewide Fire Summary September 7, 2022

Sacramento, CA…As of this morning, there are over 5,600 firefighters making progress on 10 major wildfires and two extended attack wildfires in California. Today, four major wildfires, along with two initial attack incidents have been contained. Yesterday, firefighters responded to 40 new initial attack wildfires across the state. Since the beginning of the year, 251,002 […]

Upcoming Traffic Delays State Route 4 – Wagon Trail Realignment Project

Upcoming Traffic Delays State Route 4 – Wagon Trail Realignment Project

Angels Camp – Copperopolis, CA…Please be aware of the upcoming traffic impacts related to the State Route 4 – Wagon Trail Realignment Project: September 7 – September 9, 2022 – From 7 a.m.- 5 p.m., expect traffic delays between Bonanza Mine Way and Appaloosa Road. Flaggers will direct traffic. Drivers should be aware of rolling […]

Rotating Power Outages are Now Possible to Protect Grid after Energy Emergency Alert (EEA)

Rotating Power Outages are Now Possible to Protect Grid after Energy Emergency Alert (EEA)

Folsom, CA…The California Independent System Operator (ISO) has issued an Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) 3, effective at 5:17 p.m. tonight, as electricity supplies run low in the face of record heat and demand. If necessary, the grid operator can now order rotating power outages to lower demand and stabilize the system. If outages are initiated, […]

The Queen asks Mary Truss to Become Prime Minister & Form a New UK Administration

The Queen asks Mary Truss to Become Prime Minister & Form a New UK Administration

Aberdeenshire, Scotland…The Queen received Liz Truss at Balmoral Castle today. Her Majesty asked her to form a new Administration. Ms. Truss accepted Her Majesty’s offer and was appointed Prime Minister and First Lord of the Treasury. Ms. Truss is the 15th Prime Minister to serve during Her Majesty’s reign. The first was Winston Churchill in […]

Governor Newsom Tells us How to Reduce Energy Use & Extends Emergency Response to Increase Energy Supplies

Governor Newsom Tells us How to Reduce Energy Use & Extends Emergency Response to Increase Energy Supplies

Sacramento, CA…Heat wave on track to be California’s hottest and longest for September.  With unprecedented demand on the grid, increased energy conservation is needed across all sectors this week.  From 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. today, Californians should conserve energy to reduce the risk of outages.  With triple-digit temperatures forecasted through Friday, Governor Gavin Newsom […]

State’s Grid Operator Directs Utilities to Prepare for Potential Rotating Power Outages

State’s Grid Operator Directs Utilities to Prepare for Potential Rotating Power Outages

Oakland, CA…With high temperatures continuing across California and the West, the state’s grid operator has directed utilities including Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) to prepare for possible rotating power outages due to the potential for electricity supply on the larger Western region grid to fall short of the increased demand. Rotating outages are a […]

Calaveras County Extends Cooling Center Amid Excessive Heat Warning

Calaveras County Extends Cooling Center Amid Excessive Heat Warning

San Andreas, CA…The excessive heat warning issued by the U.S. National Weather Service has been extended until 8pm on Friday, September 9th. As dangerously hot conditions continue this week, Calaveras County Public Health reminds everyone to stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay informed. County officials urge people to guard against heat-related illness: ● Drink plenty […]

As Heatwave Continues Across the State PG&E Urges Customers to Conserve

As Heatwave Continues Across the State PG&E Urges Customers to Conserve

San Francisco, CA…As excessive heat continues to bake California and the West, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) continues to encourage customers to reduce demand on the grid. With temperatures for Tuesday forecast to be, once again, into triple digits, PG&E is prepared in all manner to respond to heat-related power outages, should they occur. […]

Governor Newsom Signs Legislation Increased Government Oversight of Working Conditions and Wages for Fast-Food Workers

Governor Newsom Signs Legislation Increased Government Oversight of Working Conditions and Wages for Fast-Food Workers

Sacramento, CA…On Labor Day, Governor Gavin Newsom announced that he has signed landmark legislation to empower fast-food workers with new wage and workplace protections to support their health, safety and welfare. AB 257, the Fast Food Accountability and Standards Recovery Act by Assemblymember Chris Holden (D-Pasadena), authorizes the creation of the Fast Food Council comprised […]

California Faces Worsening Grid Challenges on Monday and Tuesday

California Faces Worsening Grid Challenges on Monday and Tuesday

Folsom, CA…With historic heat bearing down on California for the next several days and energy demand approaching record levels, the California Independent System Operator (ISO) is stepping up its call for consumers to lower electricity use in the afternoons and evenings to avoid outages. “Starting tomorrow, this multi-day event is going to get much more […]

Governor Newsom Proclaims Labor Day 2022

Governor Newsom Proclaims Labor Day 2022

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring September 5, 2022, as Labor Day in the State of California. The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATION On Labor Day, we honor the working people who fuel California’s prosperity and support the very fabric of our society. Our state […]

Tips from Gavin Newsom on Staying Cool During Extreme Heat

Tips from Gavin Newsom on Staying Cool During Extreme Heat

Sacramento, CA…The western United States is experiencing extreme heat that will continue through Wednesday, September 7. Across the state, temperatures are 10 to 20 degrees hotter than normal, with temperatures expected to climb this weekend. Extreme heat endangers vulnerable Californians, including our elderly and those with health concerns. State agencies and departments have gathered resources […]

Governor Newsom Proclaims State of Emergency in Siskiyou County as State Secures Federal Assistance to Support Mill Fire Response

Governor Newsom Proclaims State of Emergency in Siskiyou County as State Secures Federal Assistance to Support Mill Fire Response

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency for Siskiyou County to support the response to the rapidly-spreading Mill Fire, which has burned more than 900 acres since it began today amid dangerous fire weather.  The Governor also announced that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency […]

Hunting Season is Here & Wear Bright Colors in the Forest!

Hunting Season is Here & Wear Bright Colors in the Forest!

Sonora, CA….It does not feel like it this weekend, but the autumn equinox is fast approaching! As we enter into this season please know that the archery hunt season has begun and rifle hunt season is fast approaching. Hunters are allowed to hunt on Forest lands and in the Emigrant, Mokelumne and Carson-Iceberg Wilderness. It […]

Flex Alert Extended to Sunday, Sept. 4 Due to High Heat

Flex Alert Extended to Sunday, Sept. 4 Due to High Heat

Folsom, CA…As the state moves into the most intense heat of the summer, the California Independent System Operator (ISO) is preparing for challenging grid conditions over the next several days, and calling on Californians to lower electricity use during Flex Alerts. A Flex Alert is in effect today from 4 to 9 p.m., when consumers […]

Flex Alert Issued for Saturday, September 3

Flex Alert Issued for Saturday, September 3

Folsom, CA…The California Independent System Operator (ISO) has issued another statewide Flex Alert, calling for voluntary electricity conservation for tomorrow, Saturday, Sept. 3 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., due to increasing high heat, tightening energy supplies and more potential strain on the grid. A Flex Alert is also in effect today from 4 p.m. […]

President Biden on the Battle for the Soul of Nation

President Biden on the Battle for the Soul of Nation

Philidelphia, PA…(Idependence Hall)..My fellow Americans, please, if you have a seat, take it. I speak to you tonight from sacred ground in America: Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This is where America made its Declaration of Independence to the world more than two centuries ago with an idea, unique among nations, that in America, we’re […]

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