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August 15, 2023 at 9:20 PM Numerous lightning-caused fires broke out this afternoon, on the Mendocino, Klamath and Six Rivers National Forests. Here is a brief summary:
CA-KNF Head: 4000 acres brush and timber, 0% contained. Fire has a rapid rate of spread, structures are threatened with evacuations in progress. There is a threat to powerlines and HWY 96, Hwy 96 is currently closed to through traffic.
CA-MNF Slide: 60 acres, 0% contained with a moderate rate of spread. Structures are threatened.
CA-SHF Upper: 150 acres timber, 0% contained. Fire is located in the Trinity Alps Wilderness. Fire has a moderate rate of spread with short range spotting
CA-SRF Lone Pine: 150 acres timber, 0% contained with moderate rate of spread. Structures are threatened and there is a threat to cultural land of The Hoopa Tribe
CA-SRF Diamond: 30 acres timber, 0% contained with a moderate rate of spread.
CA-SRF Holiday: 100 acres timber, 0% contained, with a moderate rate of spread.
August 15, 2023 at 5:51 PM Confirmed fire in the Tadpole Creek area on the Tahoe National Forest. Helicopter 514 is at scene, requesting a rappel crew due to the remote location on the North Fork of the American River. 1/4 to 1/2 acre, slow rate of spread.
August 15, 2023 at 5:21 PM Reported big rig fire on I-80 is a rolling fire, brakes on fire on a big rig, per CHP log.
August 15, 2023 at 5:20 PM The word of the day is “waterdog.” A pocket of fog that collects in mountains after rain or thunderstorms. It looks like a smoke plume, but it’s just water vapor.
August 15, 2023 at 5:14 PM Several smoke checks underway in the Washington area. So far no fire, just waterdogs.
August 15, 2023 at 5:13 PM Big rig fire on westbound I-80 with possible spread to the vegetation. Units dispatched.
August 15, 2023 at 4:51 PM Reported vegetation fire, north of the Town of Washington. Vague report with no exact location. Helicopter 514 will take a look.
August 15, 2023 at 4:02 PM Reader report: There is no power at Pine Creek center. Raleys and others are closed. SPD/Target center is open.
August 15, 2023 at 3:43 PM Power outage affecting 1,059 customers along Hwy 49 and Hwy 174 in Grass Valley. Estimated time of restoration is 6:00 pm. The outage has not affected the Pine Creek Shopping Center (generators.)
August 15, 2023 at 3:39 PM Pickup truck with flames visible on northbound Hwy 49 at the Mcknight off ramp, units at scene.
August 15, 2023 at 2:07 PM A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of south central Plumas and east central Butte Counties through 2:45 PM. Winds in excess of 30 mph and half inch hail. Very heavy rain is also possible.
August 15, 2023 at 1:47 PM Lightning map: 3,730 strikes on Monday in California. Lightning activity focused over the Sierra and Mendocino areas on Monday. 3,730 strikes were recorded within California and 2,703 strikes were detected within the National Forests.
August 15, 2023 at 1:29 PM Four goats in the roadway on Hwy 49 near Newtown Road. Wondering if those are members of the Cement Hill Roaming Goat posse. Animal Control has been notified and will corral them.
August 15, 2023 at 10:53 AM Update on the lightning fires on the Tahoe National Forest:
POLL: 20×20. Lined and in patrol status. Will be monitored today.
WEBER: Lined and will be staffed today to continue mop-up operations. .5 acres.
ENGLISH: Lined and will be staffed through the day to continue mop up operations. Approximately 50×50.
OMEGA: Held at .5 acres. Lined and mop up will continue today.
MEADOW: Lightning struck tree with 20×20 ground fire. Two rappellers staffed it through the night. It is lined and the hazard tree has been been put on the ground. Truckee Hotshots are working their way in.
GRANITE – Visible from Interstate 80, less than 1/4 acre, 4 rappellers staffed incident through the night. Currently lined and in mop up status. Lightning struck tree which was very dangerous. Crews are working on mitigating the hazard. Will be staffed today with a 10 person hand crew.
August 14, 2023 at 8:25 PM Lightning cells this afternoon sparked several small fires, mostly on the Tahoe National Forest. All the fires are staffed and have very little potential for growth. Lightning recon flights will resume tomorrow morning.
August 14, 2023 at 8:23 PM Maggie, the canine escapee from Penn Valley Drive, has been found. All is well.
August 14, 2023 at 6:22 PM Access to the new fire in the Scotchman Creek area will be very challenging, Air Attack is requesting two tankers, two helicopters and appropriate ground resources. This will be the Omega incident.
August 14, 2023 at 6:18 PM Air Attack 230 has located a new start between Skillman campground and Omega Diggins off Hwy 20.
August 14, 2023 at 6:14 PM Air Attack 230 is leaving the Granite Fire, Air Attack 17 will be taking over that incident. 230 will conduct a smoke check in the Town of Washington area.
August 14, 2023 at 5:48 PM Maggie, a black labradoodle, escaped sometime today from the 18000 block of Penn Valley Drive. She has a tan striped collar but no tags. Please contact 530-386-6147 if you have seen her or have her.
August 14, 2023 at 5:37 PM Granite Air Attack is reporting three additional fires in the Webber Peak Upper Lacey Meadow area. Helicopter 514 is working the fires, all lightning starts. Mostly single trees only, no threats to structures.
August 14, 2023 at 5:21 PM A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of central El Dorado and southeastern Placer Counties through 5:45 PM. Locations impacted include Big Bend Summit, Fresh Pond, Pollock Pines, Camino, Riverton, Grizzly Flat, Pacific House and White Hall.
August 14, 2023 at 5:18 PM Meyer IC reports the fire has been fully extinguished a .2 acres.
August 14, 2023 at 5:01 PM Smoke visible from a vegetation fire in the Truckee area, units dispatched.
August 14, 2023 at 4:44 PM Full wildland dispatch for a vegetation fire near Castle Peak.
August 14, 2023 at 4:29 PM Thanks to reader Sean for the photos of aerial resources on the Meyer incident.
Photo courtesy Sean Long.
Photo courtesy Sean Long
August 14, 2023 at 4:21 PM Vehicle vs pole, pole is blocking all lanes, on Hwy 174 at Gladycon Road in the Colfax area. Units dispatched.
August 14, 2023 at 3:12 PM Meyer IC reports they have a hoseline around the fire, the fire is contained at 1/4 acre. Releasing some resources, one water tender and one handcrew to continue.
August 14, 2023 at 3:11 PM Air Attack has located another possible strike, the helicopter will do a recon flight. No spot fires reported and the fire is looking good, according to Air Attack.
August 14, 2023 at 3:08 PM Tankers are returning to Grass Valley Air Attack Base, they will reload and are on standby. Helicopters will be more efficient at working the small fire.
August 14, 2023 at 3:04 PM Tanker 88 will drop on the left flank, starting at a dirt road. Ground resources still attempting to make access, there is no direct access from Swenson to Meyer Ravine. There is no threat to structures.
August 14, 2023 at 3:00 PM Ground resources are requested access suggestions from Air Attack. 1/4 acre, grass and oak woodlands, burning at a slow rate of spread on the top of a knoll. This will be the Meyer incident.
August 14, 2023 at 2:58 PM Air Attack 230 and both tankers are over the fire, helicopters are holding near water sources.
August 14, 2023 at 2:56 PM Units in the Higgins area are confirming smoke in the area and are attempting to make access. Tankers are arriving over the incident within the next minute.
August 14, 2023 at 2:52 PM Helicopter 6WL has lifted from Auburn for the Higgins incident.
August 14, 2023 at 2:49 PM Full wildland dispatch for smoke seen after a lightning strike in Swenson Ravine near Meyer Ravine Road in the Higgins area.
August 14, 2023 at 2:02 PM At 159 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Lake Tahoe, moving northwest at 5 mph. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include Tahoe City, Kings Beach, Incline Village-Crystal Bay, Carnelian Bay, Sugar Pine Point S, Glenbrook, Homewood, William Kent Campground, Dollar Point, Meeks Bay, Tahoe State Rec Area Campground, Meeks Bay Campground, and Sunnyside-Tahoe City. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. If on or near Lake Tahoe, get out of the water and move indoors or inside a vehicle. Remember, lightning can strike out to 10 miles from the parent thunderstorm. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Move to safe shelter now! Do not be caught on the water in a thunderstorm.
August 14, 2023 at 11:12 AM Thanks to reader Dylan for the photos of the work underway in the Stonehouse parking lot in Nevada City. Looks like some major construction ahead of the wet season to prevent flooding in the area.
August 13, 2023 at 10:00 PM The 2023 Nevada County Fair is a wrap. We’re sharing some photos from today’s Junior Livestock Auction, the bustle all over the Fairgrounds, some of the amazing Fair staff and yes, the Marigolds. All the galleries here.
August 13, 2023 at 8:21 PM Releasing all units from the reported small roadside spot on Doris Drive.
August 13, 2023 at 8:07 PM Report of a small roadside fire on Doris Drive in Grass Valley, size of a motorcycle, units dispatched.
August 13, 2023 at 3:59 PM Widespread Moderate to Major HeatRisk much of the Week. Temperatures will continue the upward trend with hottest temperatures Tuesday and Wednesday, where widespread triple digits will be likely (60-100%) across the Valley. These temperatures will result in widespread Moderate HeatRisk across the Valley and Foothills through mid week, with areas of Major HeatRisk on Tuesday in the Valley.
August 13, 2023 at 8:41 AM Smoke check on Allison Ranch Road.
August 12, 2023 at 10:40 PM Units at scene on Marina Drive report no fire, all engines returning to their stations.
August 12, 2023 at 10:19 PM Reported debris fire/unauthorized camp fire on Marina Drive near Englebright Lake. Units dispatched.
August 12, 2023 at 9:55 PM Reminder: The Perseid meteor shower peaks tonight!
August brings one of the best known annual meteor showers, the Perseids. And this year the stage is set for a good show, as the peak night – August 12th and into the 13th – is near the new moon. The meteors are bits of dust – most no larger than sand grains – that originate from comet Swift-Tuttle. Earth sweeps through the comet’s debris trail every year about this same time, resulting in the annual shower. More details here.
August 12, 2023 at 6:11 PM Solo motorcycle accident on North Bloomfield Road near Rock Creek. Units dispatched.
August 12, 2023 at 4:12 PM Vehicle vs tree on Cement Hill Road in Nevada City, units dispatched.
August 12, 2023 at 3:07 PM Units in the Hwy 20 area have been unable to locate a car or fire at or near the reported location. Canceling most incoming resources, several engines will widen the search perimeter. Nothing visible on the cameras.
August 12, 2023 at 3:00 PM Reported vehicle fire, off the roadway, on Hwy 20 at Pleasant Valley Road. Units dispatched.
August 12, 2023 at 9:36 AM Reader report of a power outage affecting 1,233 customers in the Banner Mountain area. Estimated time of restoration is 1:45 pm.
August 12, 2023 at 9:27 AM A warming trend continues into next week, with moderate HeatRisk returning to the Valley and foothills Sunday through mid next week. Isolated mountain thunderstorm chances will persist through the weekend into the middle of next week, with some potential (10-20% chance) for these storms to impact the foothills Sunday night into Monday.
August 11, 2023 at 6:23 PM Reader report: Large black Shepherd type dog running in traffic on Dog Bar & Magnolia Rd in So County. Covered in burrs, looking confused. Check if your pup is safe.
August 11, 2023 at 3:00 PM Non-injury accident on Rough and Ready Hwy near Ridge Road. The roadway is clear.
August 11, 2023 at 1:35 PM The power outage in the Peardale area now has a 4:30 pm estimated time of restoration.
August 11, 2023 at 11:55 AM Pro tip: Fair week is the best time to make a run to the transfer station. Yes, depending on the time of day it takes a while to get past the Fairgrounds. However, very smooth sailing after that and no lines at the Transfer Station.
August 11, 2023 at 10:01 AM Isolated mountain thunderstorms Today-Tuesday. Storms near the crest are expected to have heavy rainfall but at lower elevations minimal rainfall. Isolated storms today with more widespread lightning possible over the weekend. Widespread moderate heatrisk early next week.
August 11, 2023 at 9:35 AM Power outage affecting 197 customers in the Peardale area, estimated time of restoration is 1:30 pm.
August 11, 2023 at 7:35 AM A photo gallery of the Fair’s Community day awaits you here.
August 11, 2023 at 7:27 AM Vehicle into a tree on Hwy 174 near Old Gras Valley Road, units dispatched.
August 10, 2023 at 9:29 AM While the humans are busy enjoying the Fair, the local wildlife is more interested in a drink of water. In other words, a regular morning at HQ.
August 10, 2023 at 9:21 AM A couch cushion is staging a sit-in on northbound Hwy 49 at the Sacramento Street off ramp in Nevada City.
August 10, 2023 at 8:40 AM Heads up for possible thunderstorms this weekend: Near to slightly below normal high temperatures expected through Saturday, then above normal Sunday into next week. Thunderstorms are possible over the mountains Friday south of highway 50, spreading further north over the Northern Sierra and Southern Cascades this weekend.
August 9, 2023 at 9:21 PM Opening Day for #CountryRoots&CowboyBoots – this year’s Nevada County Fair. Congratulations and thank you to the Nevada County Fairgrounds team, vendors, exhibitors large and small, non-profit volunteers and everyone who worked hard to make this a true successful community event. Thanks also to Fiona Ma the State Treasurer who, in conjunction with the Fairgrounds, recognized YubaNet as a Fair partner. (Fair CEO Andrew Trygg kept that little detail under wraps until he literally called this reporter up on the stage. We’ll talk later Andrew 😉
August 9, 2023 at 4:25 PM From a reader: Lost iPhone. Yesterday unbeknownst to me, my iPhone flew off the roof at the corner of South Auburn and McKnight Way. It sounds like someone picked it up as there apparently was a post on Facebook that is now down. To the person who found it, could you please call James at (415)305-5831.
August 9, 2023 at 11:21 AM Traffic near the Fairgrounds on Hwy 49 is backing up, bring patience with your tickets.
August 9, 2023 at 10:12 AM The Fair is officially open! Come join the fun and if you see our YubaNet crew out there, say hi to Sheila and Kit. You’ll recognize them wearing the t-shirts with the “Fire season is here, don’t do anything stupid.” message on the back. If you see the Fair CEO Andrew, or Assistant CEO Katie, give them props for a job well done. Oh and support the kids and the non-profits! Treat Street awaits!
August 9, 2023 at 7:09 AM Overturned vehicle on Hwy 20 at Mooney Flat Road, units dispatched.
August 9, 2023 at 6:24 AM A reminder that Caltrans is conducting emergency tree removal work on Hwy 49 today. Expect lane closures and some delays if you are traveling between Nevada City and Grass Valley today.
August 8, 2023 at 4:49 PM The “Country Roots’ portion of this year’s Nevada County Fair is on full display here with livestock weigh-ins happening this morning, followed by judging in some of the small animal categories. The video wouldn’t be wouldn’t be complete without the camera-hogging goat!
August 8, 2023 at 4:44 PM Power outage along Dog Bar Road and Alta Sierra Drive, affecting 1,873 customers. Estimated restoration time is 8:00 pm.
August 8, 2023 at 12:04 PM The Nevada County BOS just unanimously approved to provide bridge funding for the Rough and Ready fire station for two years. This will help the the reorganization of three fire districts (Rough & Ready, Penn Valley and Nevada County Consolidated Fire) into one. The fire districts will work with the Local Area Formation Commission (LAFCo) on the consolidation.
August 8, 2023 at 10:48 AM Mountain Thunderstorms Possible Friday-Early Next Week. Isolated thunderstorms may produce dangerous lightning, gusty winds, and brief rain, impacting outdoor activities and recreationists. Lightning may lead to new fire starts. Storms are expected to have limited rainfall initially, then wetter storms but with more lightning possible over the weekend. Early next week, moderate risk for heat-related illnesses for pets, livestock, and those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration.
August 8, 2023 at 10:16 AM Equipment issue is causing a power outage for 27 customers in the Alpine Meadows subdivision in Calofax. Estimated time of restoration is 3:30 pm.
August 8, 2023 at 8:20 AM Caltrans appears to have switched tree work to Hwy 174 today on You Bet and beyond, expect delays of approx. 15 minutes, according to reader Robin.
August 7, 2023 at 8:12 PM “Tiny” has gone missing from Highland Dr, across from the old llama farm (central Highland) in Cedar Ridge, during the night, Sunday the 6th. He’s the sweetest boy, little although adult, black and white with a patch missing by his shoulder, and an indoor cat, so he might be hunkered down somewhere, scared, hungry, biding his time. He is chipped, but no collar. If you see him please try to befriend him and call Andrea at 530-454-5006.
August 7, 2023 at 4:57 PM Power outage affecting 238 customers in the Forest Springs area along Hwy 49. Estimated restoration time is 7:45 pm.
August 7, 2023 at 2:45 PM Honey went missing on 7/26 from a boarder on Colfax Hwy near You Bet. She has been found and her owner wishes to thank everyone who reported sightings and helped her be reunited with her humans.
August 7, 2023 at 2:42 PM Power outage affecting 707 customers in the Oregon House and Dobbins areas. Estimated time of restoration is 9:45 pm tonight.
August 7, 2023 at 10:04 AM From NWS Sacramento: Another warm and dry day is in store today across interior NorCal. Widespread highs in the triple digits throughout the Valley are again expected by the afternoon with 80s to 90s elsewhere. Locally elevated fire weather conditions may also be possible across the northern Sacramento Valley today as dry weather and breezy winds prevail. A cooling trend then takes hold of the region through the remainder of the week ahead with near to slightly below normal temperatures and returning onshore flow expected Tue-Fri.
August 7, 2023 at 6:38 AM A large metal bar in the fast lane on northbound Hwy 49 at the Dorsey Drive on ramp is creating an early morning traffic hazard.
August 6, 2023 at 6:27 PM Big rig with a brake fire, threat to the vegetation, just before the runaway truck ramp on westbound I-80 at Drum Forebay. Units dispatched.
August 6, 2023 at 1:06 PM Firefighters have knockdown on the Timber incident.
August 6, 2023 at 1:02 PM Canceling some of the incoming engines and dozers, firefighters are making good progress. All aircraft is being canceled and returning to their respective bases, there is no extension to the vegetation at this time.
August 6, 2023 at 1:00 PM Air Attack and tankers are arriving at scene, Helicopter 6WL is at scene. They may get canceled pretty rapidly.
August 6, 2023 at 12:54 PM Timber IC reports a fully involved structure with moderate threat to the vegetation. All units to continue in to the Timber incident.
August 6, 2023 at 12:53 PM Units at scene on Timber Hills are requesting an additional water tender for a total of three.
August 6, 2023 at 12:51 PM Residential structure fire into the vegetation on Timber Hills Road near Weimar Cross Road in Placer Hills. Full wildland dispatch on order.
August 6, 2023 at 12:33 PM The ultimate “How to Fair like a Pro” with Andrew and Katie. Parents, you need to check the activity guides, makes planning your Fair outings so much easier. All the deets here.
August 6, 2023 at 12:11 PM Passenger vehicle fire 1.5 miles south of Whitecloud on Hwy 20 between Nevada City and the little town of Washington. Units dispatched.
August 5, 2023 at 3:57 PM Set up of the rides for the Nevada County Fair is well underway. Check out the work going on now and get your pre-sale discounted tickets before Tuesday 5:00 pm!
August 5, 2023 at 1:15 PM Updated location is on Tyler Foote, likely the lines PG&E was working on last night.
August 5, 2023 at 1:13 PM Possible power lines down on Purdon Road, one mile down from Tyler Foote on the San Juan Ridge, units dispatched.
August 5, 2023 at 12:00 PM Hwy 49 at the South Yuba is overrun with cars parked over the fogline, creating a serious traffic hazard. The roadway is partially blocked.
August 5, 2023 at 10:53 AM Readers have a goat family on their property, on Cement Hill Road. A white male, brown female, with 2 brown kids. Very friendly–obviously someone’s pets. They first turned up on August 01. Call 530-263-9680 if these are your goats.
August 5, 2023 at 9:37 AM Reported burn pile on Fruitland Road in the Loma Rica area, units dispatched.
August 5, 2023 at 9:10 AM Duchess, the wayward bovine, is on her way home with her humans. All is well.
August 5, 2023 at 8:41 AM Our reader’s horses don’t mind sharing their pasture on Clivus Drive with this bovine, but she probably should be with her own herd. Reportedly the cow came across Hwy 49 from Running M yesterday. If that’s your bovine, please call 303-727-0155.
August 4, 2023 at 8:16 PM Smoke report on Running M Drive, engines will do a smoke check.
August 4, 2023 at 5:35 PM Power pole in the roadway on Tyler Foote Crossing near Murphy Road on the San Juan Ridge, units dispatched.
August 4, 2023 at 5:12 PM Vehicle vs pedestrian on Hwy 49 at the South Yuba bridge on the Nevada City side. Units dispatched.
August 4, 2023 at 4:42 PM Two-car accident on Hwy 174 near the Peardale fire station.
August 4, 2023 at 4:06 PM Thanks to reader Michael for sharing this picture of a Robin’s nest and the nestling eagerly awaiting feeding time.
August 4, 2023 at 4:02 PM Units at scene have extinguished the small fire, likely caused by the vehicle driving over dry vegetation. No report if the (naked) guy has stopped running around the car. Two engines will be committed for approximately 30 minutes.
August 4, 2023 at 3:59 PM Full wildland dispatch for brush on fire on Rex Reservoir Road and Rough and Ready Hwy. Brush is burning under a car with a person running around the fire.
August 4, 2023 at 2:54 PM Vehicle accident at the intersection of Hwy 20 and Penn Valley Drive, units dispatched.
August 4, 2023 at 2:15 PM Fire containment has been confirmed, releasing most of the staged resources.
August 4, 2023 at 2:13 PM Fire at the Nevada Woods apartments has been contained to an oven. Firefighters are checking for any spread. Law enforcement to clear out from the building.
August 4, 2023 at 2:10 PM Nevada IC establishing communications between fire and LE. Incoming units to stage at Old Tunnel. Medics are at scene, as a precautionary measure. The fire has been extinguished.
August 4, 2023 at 2:07 PM Units at scene confirm a working fire at the Nevada Woods Apartments, all incoming units to stage a block away. The building is being evacuated. This will be the Nevada incident.
August 4, 2023 at 2:03 PM Smoke reported at the Nevada Woods Apartments between Brunswick and Dorsey Drive. Units dispatched.
August 4, 2023 at 1:24 PM California State Treasurer Fiona Ma will present the Community Awards at this year’s Nevada County Fair on Wednesday, August 9th and you’re invited to join the festivities. Get your tickets for the Fair here.
August 4, 2023 at 1:17 PM Charlie’s Girl has been found. All is well.
August 4, 2023 at 1:02 PM Lost dog, answers to Charlie’s Girl. Missing since around 8 am August 4,2023. In or around Ocelot drive and Wolf Creek Rd. If you’ve seen her or have her, please contact 530-444-0029.
August 4, 2023 at 10:30 AM Your Friday morning wildlife update from HQ.
August 4, 2023 at 10:10 AM A ladder in the roadway on Hwy 49 at the Idaho-Maryland off ramp. Use caution and please secure your tools.
August 4, 2023 at 7:48 AM The reported small fire is likely just smoke, a remnant of last night’s incident.
August 4, 2023 at 7:30 AM Small fire detected, possibly behind De Martini on Railroad.
August 3, 2023 at 9:07 PM A wheelbarrow is blocking the southbound slow lane on Hwy 49 at Combie Road.
August 3, 2023 at 5:12 PM One more reason to take the free bus or shuttle to the Fair. Caltrans crews will finish an emergency project to clean up and remove dead trees in the area. Motorists can expect lane closures at various locations along SR-49 between McKnight Way and Gold Flat Road from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, August 7 through Wednesday, August 9.
August 3, 2023 at 3:31 PM First unit has arrived at the reported accident on Hwy 49. Better location is north of Tyler Foote, canceling the medic.
August 3, 2023 at 3:18 PM Head on collision on Hwy 49 at Birchville Road on the San Juan Ridge.
August 3, 2023 at 12:31 PM The outage along Rattlesnake Road has been reduced to 106 customers.
August 3, 2023 at 11:54 AM 1,407 customers along Hwy 49, La Barr Meadows and Rattlesnake Road are affected by the outage reader Dennis reported. Estimated time of restoration is 4:00 pm.
August 3, 2023 at 11:47 AM Reader Dennis is reporting a power outage on Rattlesnake Road.
August 3, 2023 at 9:25 AM Reader Catherine reports a work truck just lost some of their metal piping on Hwy 20 between Marysville Road and Spring Valley Rd, pieces are across all lanes. Use extreme caution in the area.
August 3, 2023 at 9:01 AM Your morning wildlife update from HQ.
August 3, 2023 at 8:42 AM Wire mesh in the roadway on southbound Hwy 49 at the North Empire off ramp. Trying to keep the gophers off the freeway?
August 2, 2023 at 12:59 PM Air Attack 17 have located a small fire at the confluence of Palisade Creek and the North Fork of the American River on the Tahoe National Forest. Helicopter 514 is arriving at scene. Due to the remote location, no ground resources at scene yet.
August 2, 2023 at 12:55 PM Air Attack 17 and both tankers are arriving in the vicinity of the reported smoke. It will be the Palisades incident.
August 2, 2023 at 12:42 PM Reported vegetation fire/smoke check in the Royal Gorge area on the North Fork of the American River near Palisade Creek, units dispatched.
August 2, 2023 at 10:26 AM The pup found on Chuck Yaeger Road was chipped. His name is Romeo and he has been reunited with his humans. All is well.
August 2, 2023 at 9:37 AM The tiny turkey chicks from earlier in the summer have grown up fast, though they still stick close to the hens.
August 2, 2023 at 9:01 AM Reader Brennan found a male golden Lab wandering down Chuck Yeager Rd this morning. He is very friendly, has a red collar and no tags. They’ll take him to Sammie’s to see if he’s chipped, but of this is your pup, please contact 530-277-3751.
August 2, 2023 at 9:00 AM The Perseid meteor shower peaks Aug. 12 followed by a Super Blue Moon on Aug. 30. Don’t miss these events, look up!
August 1, 2023 at 6:03 PM National Night Out is underway at Memorial Park, 415 Central Ave 6:00pm-7:30pm. The Memorial Park parking lot is closed, walking traffic only, there is nearby parking available. The helicopter you might have heard hovering in the area is part of the festivities.
August 1, 2023 at 4:06 PM Reported flames under the cab of a big rig on southbound Hwy 49 at Lone Star Road, units dispatched.
August 1, 2023 at 3:56 PM Metal in the roadway on westbound Hwy 20 just east of Penn Valley.
August 1, 2023 at 3:35 PM Several readers report that their power has been restored in the Greenhorn area.
August 1, 2023 at 3:20 PM Get free dental care today. A mobile dental van is at the Madelyn Helling Library in Nevada City until 5pm today taking drop-in patients and appointments. The priority is getting children ages 6-10 in for sealants but all ages are welcome. No income requirements or documentation necessary. Call 888-585-3368 to set up an afternoon appointment or just drop in.
August 1, 2023 at 3:05 PM Restoration time for the power outage now affecting 670 customers in the Greenhorn area has been pushed to 6:15 pm.
August 1, 2023 at 1:43 PM NSJ investigation update: As a follow up to this ongoing investigation, the deceased is identified as 61-year-old Daniel Joseph Leidel of Nevada City.
August 1, 2023 at 1:39 PM Power outage affecting 622 customers along Greenhorn Road. Estimated time of restoration is 4:45 pm.
August 1, 2023 at 8:54 AM Reported accident at the intersection of Hwy 49 and North Bloomfield in Nevada City. No injuries reported.
August 1, 2023 at 7:57 AM The intersection of Dixon Road and Squirrel Creek in Grass Valley is blocked.
August 1, 2023 at 6:36 AM Cooling trend through Thursday, then a warming trend into the weekend. Otherwise, isolated thunderstorms will be possible near the Sierra crest south of Highway 50 Wednesday and along and east of the southern Cascades Friday afternoon.
August 1, 2023 at 6:29 AM Last month’s log can be found here.