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From the onset of the storm, first responders, Public Works crews, utility partners, and fire personnel worked around the clock to reach stranded residents, conduct welfare checks, and carry out evacuations where necessary. During the height of the storm, access to several communities was severely impacted.<\/div>\n
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At one point, an estimated 50 trees were down along various stretches of Moran Road alone, and many others were blocking access in multiple locations. Reports indicate that hundreds were down across higher elevations, particularly above the snow line.<\/div>\n
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Numerous trees also brought down PG&E powerlines, creating additional hazards and delaying restoration efforts until the areas could be made safe. Crews have since made significant progress and continue working in the area.<\/div>\n
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Today, in the Glencoe and West Point region, approximately 15 trees remain down, blocking portions of local roadways. County road crews, utility workers, and fire personnel are coordinating removal efforts to restore safe access as quickly and safely as possible. There is a temporary road closure on lower Moran Road today due to tree work; however, emergency service personnel still have coordinated access to the area if the need arises.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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As conditions improve, many primary roadways are now open. Road crews worked diligently to reopen Wawona Way, Bear Clover, Coniferous, and Manzanita as of February 23.\u00a0 Work continues on secondary and residential roads, and travel in upper elevation areas is still discouraged unless necessary, as crews remain active and conditions can change quickly.<\/div>\n
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With immediate life-safety calls significantly reduced, the focus is shifting toward assessment and restoration. The Calaveras County Building Department has teams on the ground evaluating structures impacted by heavy snow, fallen trees, and storm-related damage. These assessments will help determine the overall scope of impacts and guide recovery planning. A subsequent press release will contain more information regarding the reporting of damage estimates and the inspections that will take place.<\/div>\n
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Power restoration remains a priority. At the height of the storm, more than 8,000 customers in Calaveras County were without power. As of 8:00 AM this morning, the number of customers still without service has been reduced to 4,597.<\/div>\n
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Crews from Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) continue working alongside local and state fire partners to clear downed trees and damaged powerlines. In many areas, significant hazard mitigation must be implemented before repairs can be completed safely. Progress is steady, but the work remains complex.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The Calaveras County Sheriff\u2019s Office will continue to maintain dedicated deputies in the upper elevations to monitor conditions and remain prepared to assist with any additional storm-related calls for service, if necessary. Planning efforts are ongoing to ensure we are ready should weather or road conditions shift again.<\/div>\n
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The Community Resource Center, located at the West Point Community Hall (22283 State Route 26, West Point), remains open to assist individuals without power or heat and includes Go Bags of supplies provided by PG&E for community members.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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With rain forecasted in the coming days, sandbags remain available to help residents protect homes, businesses, and livestock at the following locations:<\/div>\n<\/div>\n