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August 31, 2025 at 7:18 PM Units inthe Sierra College area will check Highlands Court, could be a smoky BBQ only.
August 31, 2025 at 7:13 PM Units in the area of Sierra College are unable to locate any smoke so far. They’ll continue searching.
August 31, 2025 at 7:08 PM Smoke check near Sierra College and East Main St, caller reporting smoke coming from the wooded area, units dispatched.
August 31, 2025 at 6:45 PM Rollover accident near Rex Reservoir, units dispatched.
August 31, 2025 at 6:43 PM The Meyers incident is fully contained at 1.1 acres. It was started by mowing.
August 31, 2025 at 4:24 PM Emergency services at scene on Hwy 174 report minor injuries only. The roadway will fully reopen once the damaged cars have been towed, approximately 20-30 minutes. Traffic control is in place.
August 31, 2025 at 4:08 PM Multi-car accident on Hwy 174 near the Bear River bridge, units are at scene. The roadway is blocked.
August 31, 2025 at 3:06 PM The Lakeview incident has been controlled, 60 by 100 ft spot. Air Attack 230 is returning to grass Valley. Firefighters are mopping up the Meyers incident.
August 31, 2025 at 2:50 PM Air Attack has left the Meyers incident to check the Lakeview incident near Camp Far West. Units at scene report a 100 by 50 spot burning in grass.
August 31, 2025 at 2:45 PM Meyer Air Attack is releasing Tanker 88 back to Grass Valley.
August 31, 2025 at 2:33 PM The Lakeview incident in the Camp Far West area was reportedly started by construction work.
August 31, 2025 at 2:27 PM Aircraft are over the Meyer incident on Meyer Lane off Mount Vernon in the north Auburn area. Ground resources are at scene and making good progress. A new vegetation fire in the Camp Far West area has been reported by a homeowner, small spot nearly extinguished. Some of the resources dispatched to the Meyer incident will respond to the new fire.
August 31, 2025 at 12:32 PM A Heat Advisory is in effect from noon today until 11 PM Monday night.
August 31, 2025 at 11:50 AM Collins IC reports the fire is contained to the engine compartment, no threat to the vegetation. One engine to continue in, all others can cancel.
August 31, 2025 at 11:46 AM Full wildland dispatch on order for a passenger vehicle fire wit threat to the vegetation on Collins Lake Rd.
August 31, 2025 at 11:25 AM First unit at scene on Bitney Springs reports smoke only, no fire. One engine to continue in, all others can cancel.
August 31, 2025 at 11:16 AM Reported passenger vehicle fire on Bitney Springs Rd near Pine Hollow, units dispatched. Smoke only seen, no flames.
August 31, 2025 at 9:43 AM Widespread Moderate HeatRisk is expected through early this week, with some areas of Major HeatRisk in the Valley. There is a slight chance (10-20%) of afternoon thunderstorms over the mountains Tuesday and Wednesday, highest chances over the southern Cascades and Sierra. Hot and dry conditions along with mountain thunderstorm chances will bring elevated fire weather conditions Tuesday and Wednesday. A gradual cooling trend returns by mid-week with periodically breezy onshore winds.
August 30, 2025 at 11:26 PM One lane on Dog Bar is open.
August 30, 2025 at 10:24 PM Tree down on Dog Bar Rd between Magnolia and the bridge. The roadway is mostly blocked.
August 30, 2025 at 6:05 PM All resources dispatched to the Sawtooth incident are being canceled.
August 30, 2025 at 5:59 PM Smoke has dissipated, possibly an illegal campfire. Aircraft are in the area, attempting to locate.
August 30, 2025 at 5:50 PM Duncan Peak lookout has eyes on the smoke, new location is Sailor Ravine. Air Attack 17 and two tankers are in the area. This will be the Sawtooth incident.
August 30, 2025 at 5:47 PM Smoke report near Sailor Flat, full wildland dispatch on order.
August 30, 2025 at 4:25 PM Goats near the roadway on Coyote and North Bloomfield. Do the escape artists want more variety in their diet?
August 30, 2025 at 12:13 PM Dust only from OHV vehicles in the Washington Rd area.
August 30, 2025 at 12:01 PM Smoke check in the area of Washington Rd, TNF resources dispatched. A lot of dust visible on the Spanish Mine cameras.
August 30, 2025 at 10:29 AM Power has been restored in Grass Valley. Trouble crews are patrolling the outage along Hwy 20 and Scotts Flat.
August 30, 2025 at 9:24 AM Car vs motorcycle on Hwy 49 at Rush Creek, TNF unit at scene, emergency services dispatched.
August 30, 2025 at 9:17 AM Power outage affecting 1,267 customers along Colfax Ave in Grass Valley. Also, 208 customers along Hwy 20 and Scotts Flat.
August 30, 2025 at 7:11 AM A warming trend will bring Moderate HeatRisk this weekend into the middle of next week. Highs in the Valley will range from the upper 90s into the triple digits. There is a slight chance (10-20%) of afternoon thunderstorms over the Sierra crest starting Tuesday, especially from Highway 50 southward.
August 29, 2025 at 7:24 PM Accident on northbound Hwy 49 the Idaho-Maryland on ramp. Units are at scene.
August 29, 2025 at 4:32 PM Streeter IC reports they can handle with units at scene. Forward progress has been stopped.
August 29, 2025 at 4:30 PM Units at scene are making good progress, there is no threat to structures at this time. Air Attack 230 and Tanker 89 are overhead.
August 29, 2025 at 4:26 PM Now reportedly vegetation fire only, approximately 1/4 acre, burning at a moderate rate of spread.
August 29, 2025 at 4:24 PM Reportedly occupants are out of the residence on Streeter Rd.
August 29, 2025 at 4:17 PM Reported fire on Streeter Rd in the Higgins area, structure fire with threat to the vegetation. Full wildland dispatch on order.
August 29, 2025 at 2:54 PM Tankers 88 and 89 are dispatched to a fire in the Amador-El Dorado Unit near Union Valley.
August 29, 2025 at 11:03 AM Confirmed ag burn in the area, not a wildfire.
August 29, 2025 at 10:54 AM Smoke report from Saddleback lookout, Cal-Ida area. Units dispatched.
August 29, 2025 at 7:51 AM Morning sun over the Rood Center. Thanks to reader Celia for the photo.
August 28, 2025 at 5:29 PM Firefighters have knockdown on the car fire and contained the small spot of vegetation on fire. Aircraft are overhead. Three engines to continue in, all others can cancel.
August 28, 2025 at 5:27 PM Car fire on Iowa Hill Rd in the Colfax area, small extension to the wildland. Units are at scene.
August 28, 2025 at 2:47 PM Colfax IC reports forward progress stopped, mop-up operations will take approximately 45 minutes.
August 28, 2025 at 2:46 PM First unit at scene on I-80 at Colfax reports a 10 by 10 spot. One additional engine to continue in, all others can cancel.
August 28, 2025 at 2:42 PM Report of a vegetation fire on eastbound I-80 at Colfax. Full wildland dispatch on order.
August 28, 2025 at 1:39 PM Units at scene on North Bloomfield report single vehicle vs tree, near Cooper Rd. Medic to continue in, all others can cancel.
August 28, 2025 at 1:32 PM Accident on North Bloomfield Rd on the Nevada City side, heard only. Units dispatched.
August 28, 2025 at 1:25 PM Units at scene on Northstar can handle, all aircraft released and incoming units have been canceled.
August 28, 2025 at 12:55 PM Reported vegetation fire at Northstar, lightning-hit tree on fire, full wildland dispatch on order.
August 28, 2025 at 11:58 AM Solo vehicle accident on Nevada City Hwy and Ridge Rd, the roadway is reportedly clear.
August 28, 2025 at 11:08 AM Non-injury accident on Indian Springs Rd, the roadway is clear.
August 28, 2025 at 6:57 AM NWS update: Thunderstorm chances continue to lower as activity should be less widespread again compared to yesterday and further east. Gusty outflow winds, small hail, and lightning are the main threats from any storm does develop (5-15% chance). Otherwise, seasonable weather continues with Minor HeatRisk expected today although forecast continue to point a warm up this weekend and a return to localized areas of Moderate HeatRisk.
August 27, 2025 at 8:33 PM Thanks to reader Ron for his snapshot of the “Roadrunner in the skies over Grass Valley.”
August 27, 2025 at 1:40 PM Firefighters have successfully executed the medical rescue near Bridgeport, patient is being transported via ambulance.
August 27, 2025 at 12:28 PM All aircraft has been released from the Auburn incident.
August 27, 2025 at 12:24 PM Air Attack reports a 30 by 30 spot on the ground and firefighters are making good progress. IC states forward progress stopped and they can handle with resources at scene.
August 27, 2025 at 12:21 PM Auburn IC reports no structure fire, vegetation fire only. A 20 by 10 spot behind a residence, burning at a slow rat ef spread in light flashy fuels. All units to continue in for now. Air Attack, Tanker 89 and a helicopter are inbound.
August 27, 2025 at 12:20 PM Units arriving at Auburn Rd at a locked gate. They are walking in now.
August 27, 2025 at 12:14 PM Now reported as a shed on fire with threat to the wildland, full wildland dispatch on order. The fire is on the 16300 block, near Hwy 49 on the opposite side of Alta Sierra.
August 27, 2025 at 12:09 PM Report of a possible residential structure fire on Auburn Rd in Grass Valley.
August 27, 2025 at 12:05 PM Traffic hazard on northbound Hwy 49 at Brewer Rd. CHP leaving us in suspense about what the hazard is.
August 27, 2025 at 8:59 AM Nevada County Connects update: Due to resource limitations, Route 1B (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM) will not run today. The route 1A (6:20 AM – 7:30 PM) departing Tinloy on the hour will still be running. We apologize for the inconvenience.
August 26, 2025 at 9:31 PM CHP now reporting the fire has been extinguished. The two closest engines and a prevention officer to continue in, all others can cancel.
August 26, 2025 at 9:29 PM Updated location now the westbound Alta off ramp.
August 26, 2025 at 9:27 PM Units on I-80 are attempting to locate the fire.
August 26, 2025 at 9:26 PM Now reported as a 4 by 4 ft spot.
August 26, 2025 at 9:22 PM Full wildland dispatch, sans aircraft, for a reported vegetation fire the size of a car on westbound I-80 west of Crystal Springs. This will be the Alta incident.
August 26, 2025 at 7:39 PM Thanks to reader Laurie for the photo of the sunset over Lake Wildwood.
August 26, 2025 at 5:18 PM PG&E has restored power in Plumas County to all but 25 customers in Quincy.
August 26, 2025 at 4:03 PM Non-injury accident on Hwy 174 at Hillview, the roadway is partially blocked.
August 26, 2025 at 3:40 PM Late morning lightning strikes caused the current power outages in Plumas County on Tuesday. PG&E restored power from Monday night’s lightning strikes. PG&E is responding and working to restore power lost when electric transmission lines were struck by lightning. As of Tuesday afternoon, about 10,000 customers are without power in Plumas County. PG&E is assessing and will have an estimated time of restoration for customers, who can call 800-PGE-5002 or visit www.pge.com/outages for updates on their power outage.
August 26, 2025 at 11:56 AM Final acreage on the Brewer Fire is 0.23 acres. Resources are being released.
August 26, 2025 at 10:14 AM Brewer IC reports they can handle with resources at scene, the fire is 1/4-1/2 acre in size. Mop-up operations will take 2-3 hours.
August 26, 2025 at 10:14 AM Forward progress stopped on the Brewer incident, there is a hoseline around the fire.
August 26, 2025 at 10:11 AM Air Attack has cancelled the Tanker 122 , Tanker 89 is arriving from Grass Valley, they have been diverted from the lightning fire on the Plumas.
August 26, 2025 at 10:07 AM Fire activity is moderating. Tanker 122 is on final approach to the fire from McClellan.
August 26, 2025 at 10:02 AM Additional ground resources arriving at scene. They are starting to make progress, there are no evacuations at this time.
August 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM Air Attack reports all tankers will lift from McClellan. Once the tankers are at scene, the fire should be handled in a relatively short time.
August 26, 2025 at 9:58 AM Air Attack reports one structure potentially threatened. The fire is approximately 3/4 of an acre, burning uphill.
August 26, 2025 at 9:55 AM Air Attack 230 is arriving over the fire. Two additional tankers requested and one helicopter requested.
August 26, 2025 at 9:53 AM First unit at scene reports 1/2 acre in timber on a steep slope, burning at a moderate rate of spread. This will be the Brewer incident.
August 26, 2025 at 9:51 AM Units arriving at scene, fire is burning in timber understory.
August 26, 2025 at 9:48 AM Updated address is on Wolf Creek Rd.
August 26, 2025 at 9:43 AM Reported vegetation fire on Brewer Rd near Annie Dr, units dispatched. Full wildland dispatch on order.
August 26, 2025 at 8:41 AM Units at scene on Empress report minor injuries only.
August 26, 2025 at 8:31 AM Accident on Empress Rd at Newtown Rd, possible extrication required. Injuries reported. Emergency services dispatched.
August 26, 2025 at 7:02 AM Thanks to reader Adrienne for the sunrise photo.
August 25, 2025 at 8:29 PM Power has been fully restored in downtown Grass Valley.
August 25, 2025 at 8:10 PM Partial power restoration underway in Grass Valley.
August 25, 2025 at 8:02 PM Strike that area description, all of downtown appears to be out.
August 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM The power outage in downtown Grass Valley is now extending along Mill St and uphill towards Townsend. 1,419 customers now affected.
August 25, 2025 at 7:43 PM The power outage on Church St. in Grass Valley is affecting one customer. PG&E trouble crew on order.
August 25, 2025 at 7:29 PM Report of a blown transformer at the former Bank of America building on Church St in Grass Valley. Lines are arcing. Units dispatched.
August 25, 2025 at 6:29 PM Gusty outflow winds ahead of thunderstorms are making their way into the Nevada City/Grass Valley area. Readers report thunderstorms along Bowman Road. Air Attack 17 is over a lightning-caused fire at Fordyce and is reporting precip in the area.
August 25, 2025 at 4:56 PM Patient at Purdon Crossing is being evaluated by medics, H20 has been released.
August 25, 2025 at 4:13 PM Helicopter H20 over Purdon Crossing is looking for a reported fall victim, approximately 1 mile upriver. Emergency services are hiking in to the patient.
August 25, 2025 at 3:05 PM Tankers and Air Attack are returning to the lightning fires on the Plumas National Forest.
August 25, 2025 at 2:56 PM Forward progress stopped on the Cone incident, they are handling with resources at scene. All incoming units can cancel.
August 25, 2025 at 2:53 PM Cone IC reports they have knock down on the head of the fire. The next two engines to continue in, all others to stage at their present location.
August 25, 2025 at 2:49 PM First unit at scene reports a 1/4 acre fire below a structure, burning at a slow rate of spread. All units to continue in for now.
August 25, 2025 at 2:47 PM Full wildland dispatch for a reported 10 by 10 spot on Cone Tree Trail in the Squirrel Creek Road area.
August 25, 2025 at 2:23 PM Tanker 89 has lifted from Grass Valley to the R-10 incident on the Lassen National Forest. Heavy lightning has sparked multiple fires in that area. Air Attack 17 and Helicopter 512 are over the Grove incident on the Plumas National Forest.
August 25, 2025 at 1:33 PM A strong thunderstorm will impact Sierra, Nevada and southern Washoe counties through 2:00 pm. At 1:31 pm, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Independence Lake, or 8 miles west of Stampede Reservoir, moving east at 20 mph.
August 25, 2025 at 11:14 AM The victim of Friday’s tragic incident was identified as Sarah Regina Sanders, 58, of Grass Valley. The suspect was identified as Sanders’ son, Leo Thomas Sanders, 18, also of Grass Valley.
August 25, 2025 at 10:37 AM NWS update: Thunderstorms today will likely produce heavy rain, leading to flash flooding concerns especially in Shasta County. Thunderstorms will initially develop over the Sierra Crest in the early afternoon, and then further development will occur over the Coast Range, Shasta County and southern Cascades in the late afternoon through late evening hours. There is also a minor risk of debris flow concerns for the Park Fire burn scar from thunderstorms with heavy rain in nearby areas today and Tuesday. We will be monitoring these threats closely as we progress through the day. Thunderstorm chances return to the mountains once again on Tuesday and Wednesday. For Tuesday, thunderstorms may develop earlier in the morning over the Sierra south of US highway 50, before chances become more widespread across the mountains of interior NorCal in the afternoon.
August 25, 2025 at 7:52 AM Nevada County Connects update: Due to resource limitations, Route 1B (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM) will not run today. The route 1A (6:20 AM – 7:30 PM) departing Tinloy on the hour will still be running. We apologize for the inconvenience.
August 24, 2025 at 9:10 PM Accident on Dog Bar Rd at Lorie Dr. Units dispatched.
August 24, 2025 at 7:26 PM NEU units dispatched to Bangor have been canceled.
August 24, 2025 at 7:06 PM Reported vegetation fire in the Bangor area, on Lower Honcut Rd near La Porte Rd, units dispatched.
August 24, 2025 at 7:04 PM Air Attack 17 reports the fire near Sunflower Hill is less than 1/4 acre, single tree on the ground with a 10 by 10 spot.
August 24, 2025 at 6:57 PM New vegetation fire off Foresthill Rd near Sunflower Hill, units attempting to make access. Helicopter and Air Attack 17 requested to the incident.
August 24, 2025 at 5:21 PM A strong thunderstorm will impact northern Placer and east central Nevada counties through 5:45 pm. At 5:20 pm, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Cisco, moving northeast at 15 mph.
August 24, 2025 at 4:58 PM All units released.
August 24, 2025 at 4:51 PM Units at scene report nothing showing from the outside, they will investigate.
August 24, 2025 at 4:46 PM Commercial fire alarm at the Oak Apartments, units dispatched.
August 24, 2025 at 3:31 PM Air Attack 230 has located a new fire, Monumental Creek area below Lake Valley Reservoir. Single tree, smoldering with a 10 by 10 spot on the ground. Tanker 89 to respond to the fire.
August 24, 2025 at 3:18 PM Air Attack 230 is over the Cisco area, reporting there is heavy equipment working in the area near power lines. Reported smoke could just be dust.
August 24, 2025 at 3:13 PM Haskell Air Attack reports the fire is about 1/2 -1 acre, firefighters are making good progress with the hoseline.
August 24, 2025 at 3:06 PM Units in the Cisco Grove area are attempting to locate the reported fire, so far nothing showing.
August 24, 2025 at 2:57 PM Reported car fire or possible vegetation fire on westbound I-80 at Cisco Grove, units dispatched.
August 24, 2025 at 2:38 PM Air Attack 17 reports 1/4 – 1/2 acre fire, slow rate of spread. Limited potential for growth.
August 24, 2025 at 2:26 PM Air Attack 17 and Tanker 89 have lifted from Grass Valley, TNF Helicopter 512 has lifted from White Cloud to the Haskell incident.
August 24, 2025 at 2:15 PM Reported vegetation fire south of Haskell Peak above Bassetts, full wildland dispatch on order.
August 24, 2025 at 10:35 AM Two closest engines to continue in to I-80, all others can cancel.
August 24, 2025 at 10:34 AM First unit at scene on I-80 reports no fire at this time. Reducing all incoming units to code 2.
August 24, 2025 at 10:29 AM Full wildland dispatch for a reported commercial vehicle fire on westbound I-80 at the Crystal Springs off ramp, with threat to the vegetation.
August 24, 2025 at 8:40 AM Additional resources dispatched to the French incident.
August 24, 2025 at 8:19 AM Air Attack 17 has lifted from Grass Valley to the French incident to check the area at French Meadows Reservoir. The small fire was discovered overnight. Ground resources are at scene.
August 23, 2025 at 6:14 PM No fire in the Smartsville area.
August 23, 2025 at 6:09 PM Car into a pole on Rices Crossing. Units dispatched.
August 23, 2025 at 5:59 PM Full wildland dispatch for a reported vegetation fire in the Smartsville area near Doolittle Dr.
August 23, 2025 at 4:34 PM Tankers and Air Attack are over the fire near Sierraville, as well as numerous ground resources.
August 23, 2025 at 4:02 PM Reported vegetation fire near the Sierraville transfer station, units dispatched.
August 23, 2025 at 2:04 PM Tanabe IC declares the fire contained at 35 acres. Tankers have been released. Mop-up operations will take a few hours.
August 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM Forward progress of the Tanabe has been stopped.
August 23, 2025 at 1:38 PM Tanabe IC reports they are making good headway, fire progression has slowed notably. Approximately 20-30 acres now.
August 23, 2025 at 1:31 PM Air Attack reports the fire is approximately 15-20 acres, tankers have dropped across the head of the fire and are reloading at Grass Valley.
August 23, 2025 at 1:29 PM Tankers are dropping retardant to box the fire in abd slow progression.
August 23, 2025 at 1:21 PM Air Attack and two tankers have lifted from Grass Valley to the Tanabe incident.
August 23, 2025 at 1:17 PM Additional water tender reporting to the fire in Ramirez. Units at scene are making good progress. There is no threat to structures.
August 23, 2025 at 1:08 PM First units are at scene on Tanabe, ECC inquiring if aircraft are needed.
August 23, 2025 at 1:01 PM The Tanabe fire is reportedly a field on fire.
August 23, 2025 at 12:55 PM Reported vegetation fire in the Ramirez area on Tanabe Rd in Yuba County. Full wildland dispatch on order.
August 23, 2025 at 12:48 PM Brunswick IC reports the roadway is blocked by the three-car accident.
August 23, 2025 at 12:37 PM Report of an accident in the area of the Cedar Ridge Y – intersection of Brunswick and Hwy 174. Heard only, nothing visible.
August 23, 2025 at 11:42 AM Lily IC reports units at scene will be committed for another hour. One water tender to respond to the incident.
August 23, 2025 at 11:21 AM Firefighters have knockdown on the trailer, mop-up operations are ongoing.
August 23, 2025 at 11:13 AM Two additional engines to continue in, all others can cancel. Units at scene are making good progress.
August 23, 2025 at 11:11 AM Units have made access to the Lily fire, one RV trailer halfway involved. Access is on Red Dog road. There is no threat to structures.
August 23, 2025 at 11:08 AM Units at scene are working their way in on the Lily incident.
August 23, 2025 at 11:04 AM Reported vegetation fire, full wildland dispatch near on Wild Lily Ln off Banner Lava Cap Rd. Large patch between homes. Air Attack and tankers have lifted.
August 23, 2025 at 8:29 AM Car vs motorcycle on La Barr Meadows at Dog Bar Rd. No injuries reported.
August 23, 2025 at 8:27 AM Widespread Moderate HeatRisk today through Tuesday. Areas of Major HeatRisk in the Valley and Foothills Today with limited overnight relief. Hot and dry conditions will bring elevated fire weather conditions today.
August 22, 2025 at 6:41 PM NCSO Update: The victim involved in the previously reported disturbance on Glen Meadow Dr. sadly passed away from the injuries she sustained on Aug. 22, the same day the incident occurred. Details here.
August 22, 2025 at 6:09 PM Cal OES today approved the predeployment of 13 fire engines, seven water tenders and two dispatchers in Sierra, Nevada and Plumas County through Tuesday ahead of expected high temperatures, low humidity and dry lightning.
August 22, 2025 at 4:52 PM Air Attack 230 is leaving the Alice incident.
August 22, 2025 at 4:28 PM A large white crate is creating a traffic hazard on Bitney Springs near Davis Ln.
August 22, 2025 at 3:52 PM Units at scene of the Alice incident are making good progress, power lines are down and arcing. Aircraft are overhead.
August 22, 2025 at 3:49 PM Structure fire (power pole) with threat to the vegetation on Alice Way off Loma Rica Rd in the Loma Rica, Yuba County area. Units are at scene.
August 22, 2025 at 3:12 PM Elevated fire weather conditions accompany the hot and dry conditions today and Saturday, with near daily mountain thunderstorm chances anticipated today into early next week.
August 22, 2025 at 3:02 PM The intersection of Squirrel Creek Rd. and Adam Avenue has reopened to traffic. Road closures remain in effect on Glen Meadow Dr. – additional details here.
August 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM NCSO Public Service Announcement: Please be advised there is law enforcement activity in the vicinity of Glen Meadow Drive and Squirrel Creek and Adams Roads in Grass Valley. Please avoid the area. There is no threat to the public.
August 22, 2025 at 10:53 AM Medics are at the incident.
August 22, 2025 at 10:30 AM Law enforcement operation on Squirrel Creek. Fire and medics are staging.
August 22, 2025 at 7:03 AM Firefighters have cleared most of the tree on Dog Bar. PG&E at scene to repair the power lines. The road remains closed for now. The outage has been reduced to 328 customers with an 11:30 am estimated time of restoration.
August 22, 2025 at 6:39 AM Firefighters have located a tree down at the junction of Dog Bar and Magnolia. Power lines are down and the entire roadway is blocked. Thanks to a reader for the photo of the downed tree.
August 22, 2025 at 6:29 AM Power outage affecting 448 customers along Dog Bar and Magnolia, trouble crew has been dispatched.
August 21, 2025 at 7:44 PM Accident on Hwy 174, solo vehicle off the roadway at Nubian Way. Units dispatched.
August 21, 2025 at 2:17 PM Helicopter has found a campfire with some hikers in attendance. No threat.
August 21, 2025 at 2:14 PM Helicopter 512 is over the area of the reported vegetation fire. Nothing showing, they will continue to search a little longer. Nothing showing on the cameras either.
August 21, 2025 at 1:54 PM Reported vegetation fire in the Penner Lake area between Grouse Ridge and Bowman, TNF resources dispatched.
August 21, 2025 at 9:47 AM Tahoe National Forest enters Stage 2 fire restrictions Friday. “As we experience warming and dry weather conditions, increasing fire restrictions helps the forest reduce the likelihood of human-caused wildfires,” said Tahoe National Forest Fire Management Officer Kyle Jacobson. “So far this fire season, 82% of the fires on the forest have been human-caused.”
August 21, 2025 at 7:25 AM Heads up: Caltrans is alerting motorists about an upcoming extended lane reduction along Hwy 49 at Lorenson Road/Florence Lane this weekend. Crews will reduce northbound and southbound SR 49 to one lane in each direction starting at 6 a.m. Friday. Northbound SR 49 is scheduled to reopen to two lanes by 3 p.m. Monday, August 25. Southbound SR 49 is scheduled to reopen to two lanes by 6 a.m. Tuesday, August 26.
August 21, 2025 at 7:21 AM Electrical hazard on Hummingbird Lane, units dispatched.
August 20, 2025 at 9:43 PM To effectuate the power pole exchange and repair the lines, 91 customers in the Wolf Mountain Rd area have been deenergized.
August 20, 2025 at 9:29 PM Power has been restored in the McCourtney area, with the exception of five customers.
August 20, 2025 at 8:59 PM Northern IC confirms, no fire. PG&E trouble crew is at scene.
August 20, 2025 at 8:51 PM The estimated restoration time for the power outage affecting 856 customers is 1:30 am.
August 20, 2025 at 8:37 PM Northern IC reports they can handle with units at scene, canceling all incoming resources.
August 20, 2025 at 8:34 PM First unit at scene on Northern Lights reports no fire visible, they’re investigating. All incoming units to stage at their present location.
August 20, 2025 at 8:32 PM The power outage due to the down tree is affecting the whole circuit, a total of 856 customers now out of power. Firefighters are arriving at scene. PG&E trouble crew has been dispatched.
August 20, 2025 at 8:25 PM The fire on Northern Lights is limited to the downed tree only at this time. The power outage is affecting the Lakewood, Hidden Valley and McCourtney aea.
August 20, 2025 at 8:20 PM Report of a tree into power lines, possibly a structure, on Northern Lights Drive in the Hidden Valley area. Small fire ensued, units dispatched.
August 20, 2025 at 4:48 PM Local resources are assisting on the 360-acre Coyote Fire located on Coyoteville Lane & Cedar Creek Road in Somerset.
August 20, 2025 at 4:37 PM Forward progress stopped on the Meadow incident, three engines and one crew to continue in, all others can cancel.
August 20, 2025 at 4:31 PM First unit at scene in Meadow Vista reports the fire is about 1/10th of an acre, burning at a slow to moderate rate of spread. This will be the Meadow incident.
August 20, 2025 at 4:29 PM Full wildland dispatch for a reported vegetation fire behind the soccer field in Meadow Vista.
August 20, 2025 at 1:19 PM Firefighters have a wetline around the 5 by 5 spot at Sugar Pine. They’re mopping up now.
August 20, 2025 at 1:16 PM Units at scene on Sugar Pine report they can handle with units at scene. They have started a handline, and there is no potential for additional spread.
August 20, 2025 at 1:14 PM Units confirm this is a new vegetation fire, this will be the Sugar incident.
August 20, 2025 at 1:07 PM Report of a possible vegetation fire near Sugar Pine OHV area. Units dispatched.
August 20, 2025 at 12:13 PM In case you’re wondering, yes it is really quiet out there. Not complaining here!
August 20, 2025 at 6:24 AM NWS update: Warming temperatures begin today and continue through the weekend.
- Monday’s temperatures have increased slightly, with more widespread Moderate HeatRisk now expected then as well.
- Heat Advisory goes into effect 11am on Friday and continues through 11pm Saturday, with widespread Moderate HeatRisk and areas of Major HeatRisk expected.
- Limited overnight relief, especially in the foothills.
- Dry conditions are expected with the high temperatures.
- Chances for thunderstorms on Friday have decreased slightly, and remain limited to portions of the Sierra south of HWY 50. Best chances over the weekend and into early next week remain along the Sierra, with best chances south of I-80.
August 19, 2025 at 8:56 PM The 10 by 10 spot has been extinguished. One engine to continue in, all others can cancel.
August 19, 2025 at 8:51 PM Units in the area report the fire is east of Penn Valley Dr, on Hwy 20. Reported as a small spot in the brush, very slow rate of spread. All incoming units to stage at their present locations.
August 19, 2025 at 8:48 PM Reported vegetation fire on Hwy 20 near the Taco Shell. Numerous units dispatched.
August 19, 2025 at 2:57 PM Heat Advisory in effect from 11 AM Friday until 11 PM Saturday.
August 19, 2025 at 2:38 PM Foresthill IC reports the fire is contained, resources at scene will be committed for one hour to mop-up the burn pile.
August 19, 2025 at 2:28 PM IC on the Foresthill incident clarifies the correct address is on Henry Way.
August 19, 2025 at 2:24 PM Firefighters have located a large burn pile off Foresthill Rd, they will be taking action now.
August 19, 2025 at 2:18 PM Units in the Foresthill/Todd Valley area are still attempting to locate the source of the smoke.
August 19, 2025 at 2:14 PM First unit at scene on North Pine reports nothing showing, they’ll investigate.
August 19, 2025 at 2:11 PM Commercial fire alarm on No. Pine St, units dispatched.
August 19, 2025 at 2:02 PM Smoke check in the area of Foresthill Rd and Todd Valley. Units dispatched.
August 19, 2025 at 1:55 PM The reported accident was a duplicate of the prior non-injury accident.
August 19, 2025 at 1:48 PM Reported accident on Hwy 49 at La Barr Meadows, units dispatched.
August 19, 2025 at 12:26 PM First unit at scene on Lime Kiln and 49 reports non-injury accident, canceling all others.
August 19, 2025 at 12:21 PM Accident on northbound Hwy 49 at Lime Kiln Rd, the roadway is clear. Emergency services dispatched.
August 19, 2025 at 9:11 AM PG&E’s map has caught up to our readers and reports the outage as resolved.
August 19, 2025 at 8:53 AM Reader reports power has been restored on Banner Quaker Hill.
August 19, 2025 at 7:59 AM A total of 883 customers are out of power from Red Dog to Cascade Shores.
August 19, 2025 at 7:40 AM Reader reported power outage in Cascade Shores.
August 18, 2025 at 8:41 PM Gas hazard, smell of propane in the area on Live Oak Lane, units dispatched.
August 18, 2025 at 4:23 PM Units at scene have confirm this is a false alarm, canceling all incoming resources.
August 18, 2025 at 4:21PM Commercial fire alarm at the Grass Valley RV resort. First unit at scene reports nothing showing, they will investigate.
August 18, 2025 at 12:09 PM First unit at scene on John Barleycorn reports a small engine compartment fire, no extension to the wildland. They can handle with units at scene.
August 18, 2025 at 12:04 PM Reported vehicle fire, pickup truck catching fire on Hwy 49 at John Barleycorn Rd just outside of Nevada City. Units dispatched.
August 18, 2025 at 11:33 AM Units requesting an air ambulance to Mooney Fat for the motorcycle accident.
August 18, 2025 at 11:26 AM Vehicle accident, motorcycle down, on Last Chance Mine Rd, units dispatched.
August 18, 2025 at 7:57 AM Reader Peter reports that at 5:32 am, T-Mobile went offline again. No estimated time of restoration given.
August 18, 2025 at 7:50 AM From a reader: Wayward pup on New Mohawk Rd/Gold Flat Ct in Nevada City. I didn’t see a collar and pup wouldn’t let me get very close but here’s a pic:
August 17, 2025 at 6:17 PM First unit at scene on Mt. Vernon reports a 20 by 20 spot along the roadside. One engine to continue in, all others can cancel.
August 17, 2025 at 6:13 PM Full wildland dispatch for a reported vegetation on Mt. Vernon Road in the Auburn area.
August 17, 2025 at 5:04 PM The Loma incident has been terminated, all units released.
August 17, 2025 at 4:24 AM Air Attack 17 and Tanker 100 are over the Loma incident.
August 17, 2025 at 4:12 AM Full wildland dispatch for a reported vegetation fire in the Loma Rica area in Yuba County.
August 17, 2025 at 9:10 AM NWS update: A 10-20% chance of a thunderstorm developing, mainly in the northern Sacramento Valley (Shasta County primarily), southern Cascades, Coastal Range, and Sierra. Better chances look to remain north and east of our area. Breezy onshore winds, with gusts 20-30 mph in the Delta and adjacent areas expected later today as well. High temperatures continue to be cooler than normal today and will continue to be cooler until around mid-week when a warmup is in the forecast, along with mostly dry weather.
August 16, 2025 at 7:20 PM Air Attack 230 is landing in Grass Valley.
August 16, 2025 at 6:42 PM Air Attack 230 and Tanker 88 have lifted from Grass Valley to the Dillard fire near Sloughouse in Sacramento County.
August 16, 2025 at 5:24 PM A large box with ” plastic contents” in the lanes on Southbound Hwy 49 just north of McKnight is now just litter. Plastic that started out as a soup of algae, diatoms and animal remains, long before even dinosaurs were around, compressed into crude oil. Now, it’s just litter.
August 16, 2025 at 4:25 PM Emergency services are attempting to locate the reported patient.
August 16, 2025 at 4:16 PM Medical rescue, emergency services need law enforcement to clear the fire lanes at Edwards Crossing.
August 16, 2025 at 1:41 PM Tree down in the roadway on Lowell Hill Rd near Red Dog, the roadway is blocked.
August 16, 2025 at 11:39 AM The power outage in Peardale has been fully restored.
August 16, 2025 at 11:30 AM Partial restoration on the Peardale outage, now showing 850 customers out of power.
August 16, 2025 at 11:20 AM The outage in Peardale is now estimated to be restored at 2:13 pm.
August 16, 2025 at 9:14 AM Estimated restoration time for the Peardale outage is 11:15 am.
August 16, 2025 at 8:54 AM Now 869 customers out of power along Hwy 174 and Red Dog affected by the outage.
August 16, 2025 at 8:48 AM Likely 182 customers affected by the outage in the Peardale area.
August 16, 2025 at 8:47 AM Reader report of a power outage in Peardale.
August 16, 2025 at 7:02 AM Ruby, the wayward pup, is back with her humans. All is well.
August 15, 2025 at 10:22 PM First unit at scene on Meadowlark reports a 5 by 5 spot, they can handle with one additional engine. Canceling all other incoming resources.
August 15, 2025 at 10:04 PM Full ground wildland dispatch for a field on fire on Meadowlark Ln in the Sheridan area, locals woking to extinguish it. Reported as the size of a car.
August 15, 2025 at 3:42 PM Solo vehicle accident on Champion Mine Rd at Newtown, car into a ditch and appears abandoned.
August 15, 2025 at 10:47 AM Our fiber line is back up and running, also getting reports cell service has been restored in most parts of the outage.
August 15, 2025 at 10:16 AM Several readers report Verizon is estimating service to be restored 7:00 pm – that’s only an estimate.
August 15, 2025 at 9:37 AM There is still no ETA on restoring connectivity in the Nevada City area. Meanwhile, we are online at a backup location.
August 15, 2025 at 9:19 AM Non-injury accident on Hwy 49 at Cherry Creek, the roadway is clear.
August 15, 2025 at 7:55 AM Due to the outage, we’re unable to post real-time updates at this time. Should an emergency arise, we will report on it, but expect an initial delay of approximately 10-12 minutes while I drive to a location with stable connectivity. The outage starts near Gold Run and runs up through Nevada City, Grass Valley and surrounding areas.
August 15, 2025 at 6:30 AM A very large outage is affecting both AT&T and Verizon in a multi-county area including large parts of Nevada and Placer counties. There is no estimated time of restoration.
August 14, 2025 at 6:50 PM Reports of power restoration on Hilltop and in parts of Ata Sierra.
August 14, 2025 at 6:50 PM Update from PG&E: A tree made contact with the power line and our crew will make repairs.
August 14, 2025 at 6:10 PM Power outage along Hwy 49 affecting 1,420 customers, trouble crew dispatched.
August 14, 2025 at 5:27 PM Accident at the intersection of Combie Rd and Rodeo Flat Rd, the roadway is clear.
August 14, 2025 at 4:22 PM Power has been fully restored along the Hwy 20 corridor outside of Nevada City.
August 14, 2025 at 3:57 PM Non-injury accident on southbound Hwy 49 at Combie, the roadway is partially blocked.
August 14, 2025 at 3:38 PM The power outage has been somewhat reduced, 815 customers still out. Trouble crews are patrolling.
August 14, 2025 at 1:57 PM Power outage affecting 956 customers along Hwy 20. Trouble crew has been dispatched.
August 14, 2025 at 12:55 PM A tractor in the roadway on La Barr Meadows Rd at Howe Ave is creating a traffic hazard. Well, whoever just “parked” the tractor there created the hazard.
August 14, 2025 at 10:21 AM Pieces of plywood in the roadway on southbound Hwy 49 near the Dorsey Dr on ramp. Also all over the roadway near West Empire – somebody lost their load.
August 14, 2025 at 7:39 AM Bovine stroll alert. A brown and white longhorn is in the roadway on Indian Springs Rd near Penn Valley Dr, just enjoying the cool morning temps.
August 14, 2025 at 7:00 AM NWS update: Near seasonable temperatures are expected today and tomorrow with areas of Moderate HeatRisk on Friday. We’ll see chances for isolated showers and thunderstorms over the weekend with a 15 to 25% chance over the Coast Range, Shasta County (including the northern Sacramento Valley, and southern Cascades). Periodically breezy winds will persist over the next several days as well. And temperatures are on track to trend cooler over the weekend and into early next week, with warmer temperatures by mid to late next week.
August 13, 2025 at 2:44 PM The power outage due to the damaged power pole has been reduced to 20 customers along Allison Ranch and Sunnyvale.
August 13, 2025 at 2:05 PM The power pole has been removed from the car and the roadway on Sunnyvale and Allison Ranch. Estimated restoration of power is 6:30 pm.
August 13, 2025 at 2:03 PM Three-car collision on Hwy 174 at Bartlett Dr, units at scene.
August 13, 2025 at 1:36 PM The accident on Allison Ranch Rd is the likely cause of 404 customers unable to find utility power. Units at scene report the pole is atop the car, no injuries reported. Allison Ranch will be blocked
August 13, 2025 at 1:32 PM Car vs pole on Allison Ranch Rd at Sunnyvale. Units dispatched.
August 13, 2025 at 12:51 PM The Hwy 174 on ramp is clear again, no info on the purported lunch menu.
August 13, 2025 at 12:38 PM Southbound Hwy 49 at the Hwy 174 on ramp, according to the CHP log “Driver got oo [out of] tr[uc]k after parking it on onr and walked to lunch downtown” The on ramp is blocked and we’d like to know if there’s a new food truck in town.
August 13, 2025 at 7:41 AM Reader’s pets demonstrate “If it fits, it sits” Check out the photo gallery of the cats and dogs reminding us how rewarding repurposing objects can be.
August 13, 2025 at 6:37 AM Debris fire check on Bremer and Allison Ranch Rd, units dispatched.
August 12, 2025 at 8:23 PM Frenchtown fire is fully contained at 0.24 acres.
August 12, 2025 at 6:03 PM Forward progress has been stopped, hoseline around the whole fire. IC is canceling some of the incoming resources from the nearby Ponderosa incident. One handcrew, one water tender and two engine to continue in, all others can cancel.
August 12, 2025 at 5:59 PM Additional engines are at scene, fire is burning upslope at a moderate rate of spread. Air Attack is overhead.
August 12, 2025 at 5:56 PM Air Attack 230 and Tanker 89 have lifted from Grass Valley to the Frenchtown incident. Resources from the Tahoe are responding from Camptonville.
August 12, 2025 at 5:52 PM First unit at scene reports approximately 1/3 acre on each side of the road, burning at a moderate rate of spread.Forward progress of the fire on one side of the road has been stopped. Continue the response for now.
August 12, 2025 at 5:49 PM Ponderosa IC is on the way to the Frenchtown fire.
August 12, 2025 at 5:45 PM Reported vegetation fire, both sides of the road on fire, on Frenchtown Dobbins Rd near Frenchtown Rd and La Place Ln, full wildland dispatch on order.
August 12, 2025 at 4:16 PM Power outage affecting 522 customers in the Higgins area, estimated time of restoration is 8:45 pm.
August 12, 2025 at 4:09 PM From a reader: Anyone see this dog? Watching my parent’s dog Ruby. Off Red Dog and Murchie Mine Rd in Nevada City. Medium-sized American Dingo, light brown, short/no tail, kind of skittish. Missing since this morning. Has a collar. Please call 530-559-6995 if you have a sighting or any info. Thank you!!
August 12, 2025 at 3:36 PM Trivia for the day: Seventy years ago, the first air drop was made on the Mendenhall Fire on the Mendocino National Forest. A 170-gallon tank, added to a Boeing Stearman 75 Cadet aircraft, was the beginning of aerial firefighting. Learn more here.
August 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM The Dog Days of Summer and Cats in [insert their vessel of choice] aka “If it fits, it sits” from our readers. Keep them coming.
August 12, 2025 at 9:45 AM Just thought we’d share another version of “If it fits, it sits” with you. Captured on Sunday at the Fair. Send us your cats poured in bowls, pups in between couch cushions and so on!
August 12, 2025 at 8:09 AM Accident with minor injury only on Red Dog Rd at Caledonia Way, emergency services are at scene.
August 12, 2025 at 7:20 AM Temperatures trend cooler today with areas of Moderate HeatRisk. Temperatures will continue to cool near to slightly below normal by mid to late week. Breezy onshore winds are expected today and throughout the week. Additionally, there is a slight (5 to 15%) chance for isolated mountain showers/thunderstorms today and tomorrow.
August 11, 2025 at 4:10 PM Mandatory watercraft screenings at New Bullards Bar begin Aug. 18 to help prevent spread of invasive golden mussels. Screenings are free and will take place daily from 6 a.m. to dusk on a first come, first served basis at the Cottage Creek and Dark Day boat launches. Each screening will take about five minutes and will check for visible signs of mussels, aquatic vegetation, mud, standing water or other risk factors such as recent use in infested waterways. Boats with visible mussels, excessive standing water, unknown mud or aquatic debris or recent use in infested waters will not be allowed to launch.
August 11, 2025 at 3:50 PM The cause of the Ponderosa fire has been identified as accidental by CAL FIRE Prevention Officers. Prevention Officers identified a subject who, while working on a vehicle with an impact wrench, caused sufficient friction to generate enough heat to cause the dry seasonal grasses to ignite. The subject attempted to extinguish the fire using hand tools and water but was unsuccessful. The subject called 911 and then waited near the scene of the fire for Prevention Officers and has been completely cooperative with CAL FIRE’s investigation.
August 11, 2025 at 2:51 PM The off ramp on westbound Hwy 49 at Bennett Street will remain closed until 4:30 pm due to shoulder work.
August 11, 2025 at 9:48 AM Air Attack 230 and Tanker 89 are training over I-80, then returning to Grass Valley Air Attack base.
August 11, 2025 at 7:57 AM Accident on Hwy 20 at Mill Street, units dispatched.
August 11, 2025 at 6:30 AM NWS update: Another day of triple digit temperatures is expected today, with widespread Moderate HeatRisk and local Major HeatRisk. Cooling trend begins Tuesday, with areas of Moderate HeatRisk. Near to slightly below normal temperatures return mid to late week. Hot and dry conditions with locally breezy winds will continue to bring elevated fire weather conditions today, mainly across the northern Sacramento Valley and adjacent terrain. Otherwise, periodically breezy onshore winds are expected through the week.
August 11, 2025 at 12:55 AM The latest smoke forecast for tonight and Monday morning. This is a smoke forecast model; it is NOT an official air quality forecast. The official Air Quality forecast for California can be found here: AirNow (fire.airnow.gov)
August 11, 2025 at 12:23 AM Power outage due to a tree in the lines is still affecting 18 customers on Kenwood Drive, all others have been restored.
August 10, 2025 at 11:34 PM Shamrock IC reports malfunctioning alarm due to the power outage. Canceling all incoming units.
August 10, 2025 at 11:31 PM First unit at scene reports nothing showing, they will investigate. Canceling incoming Cal Fire engines.
August 10, 2025 at 11:27 PM Reported residential structure fire, smell of smoke in the house on Shamrock, numerous units dispatched.
August 10, 2025 at 11:07 PM The outage has been reduced to 863 customers, mostly along Hwy 49.
August 10, 2025 at 10:37 PM Trouble crews are patrolling the circuit, the estimate time of restoration is given as 6:15 am for the 1,420 customers out of power. Likely earlier restoration.
August 10, 2025 at 9:45 PM Now a total of 1,420 customers without power. No estimated time of restoration yet.
August 10, 2025 at 9:40 PM First PG&E update shows 1,380 customers affected by the outage.
August 10, 2025 at 9:35 PM Power outage affecting a large area from Forest Springs MHP to Rerac. No PG&E info yet.
August 10, 2025 at 8:47 PM From a reader: One year-old female chocolate lab mix, brown in color, 40 lbs. lost in the Alta Sierra / Grass Valley near Dalewood Way/Kenwood Estates off 49. Her name is Ginger, she may not come or be afraid of you when approached, so be cautious. She is non-aggressive, wearing a blue collar and may have a pink rope harness on. Please call (530) 648-6485 or (916) 802-5592 if you see/have her.
August 10, 2025 at 8:29 PM Expect smoke from the 83-acre Ponderosa Fire in Yuba County to settle over the area tonight.
August 10, 2025 at 6:01 PM Units at Bridgeport are making contact with State Parks to get access information to the patient.
August 10, 2025 at 5:55 PM Firefighters at the medical rescue are requesting a precautionary air ambulance.
August 10, 2025 at 5:48 PM Medical rescue at the river, North San Juan Fire and Penn Valley resources dispatched for a back injury.
August 10, 2025 at 4:13 PM Lake Vera/Purdon Road is closed at Lake Vera to the river for a camper trailer hanging off the edge.
August 10, 2025 at 3:52 PM Updates on the Ponderosa Fire will be posted on the incident page https://yubanet.com/regional-fires/ponderosa2025/ .
August 10, 2025 at 3:44 PM Vegetation fire above Collins Lake, Ponderosa Fire, aircraft overhead mapped it at 12 acres.
August 10, 2025 at 12:25 PM Car partially into a ditch on Lake Vera/Purdon at Rock Creek Rd. Vehicle is somewhat blocking one lane, use caution and don’t make too sharp turns.
August 10, 2025 at 12:02 PM Heads up from Caltrans about the Hwy 49 Sidewalk Gap Closure Project:
- Northbound between Elm Avenue and Palm Avenue, various lane closures are scheduled from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Sunday, August 10 through Thursday, August 14. Work is scheduled to end for the week by 7 a.m. Friday, August 15.
- Southbound between Dry Creek Road and Elm Avenue, various lane closures are scheduled from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Sunday, August 10 through Thursday, August 14. Work is scheduled to end for the week by 7 a.m. Friday, August 15.
August 10, 2025 at 8:15 AM Triple digit heat is expected through Monday, with widespread Moderate HeatRisk. Local Major HeatRisk is anticipated in the foothills and portions of the central Sacramento Valley. Near to slightly below normal temperatures return mid to late next week. Elevated fire weather conditions are expected through Monday due to hot and dry conditions with periodically breezy winds, mainly across the northern Sacramento Valley and adjacent terrain.
August 9, 2025 at 8:49 PM Report of a water main leak on Mill Street in Grass Valley, GV Public Works notified.
August 9, 2025 at 8:38 PM Report of a debris fire on Tyler Foote Crossing, units at scene.
August 9, 2025 at 7:56 PM The piglets from the NJUHSD Ranch are at the Fair and have their fanclub. Same goes for all the animals raised for the Fair by 4-H and FFA kids. Let’s go on a tour.
August 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM Firefighters have knockdown on the structure fire, no extension to the wildland. Air Attack 230 is returning to Grass Valley.
August 9, 2025 at 4:52 PM Magra Air Attack is releasing all tankers back to their bases.
August 9, 2025 at 4:46 PM Air Attack reports this is now a fully involved travel trailer with minimal to no extension to the widland. IC is canceling the dozer. Three engines and one Battalion Chief to continue in, all others can cancel.
August 9, 2025 at 4:43 PM First unit at scene of the Magra incident report this is a porch on fire, they are taking action now. All units to continue in. Air Attack 230 is arriving over the fire now.
August 9, 2025 at 4:39 PM Air Attack and one tanker and a helicopter are taking off to the Magra incident.
August 9, 2025 at 4:33 PM Now reported as a residential structure fire with threat to the vegetation on Steamers Ravine Rd in Magra. Full wildland dispatch on order.
August 9, 2025 at 4:31 PM Reported smoke column in the I-80 and Magra area. Units dispatched.
August 9, 2025 at 9:51 AM From a reader: Lost on August 8th around 4PM in the vicinity of Diamond Pacific Lumber on East McKnight Way, Grass Valley.
Please call 707-334-5586 if you’ve seen or have Casper, a white and grey male Snowshoe Cat.
He is microchipped and very much missed.
August 9, 2025 at 9:18 AM The roundup of Friday’s Fair walk. Now we’re off to get our steps in at the Fair 🙂
August 8, 2025 at 7:41 PM Harmony Air Attack reports the new start has been successfully extinguished by the heavy helicopter drop. Prevention and an engine to respond to make contact with the landowner.
August 8, 2025 at 7:35 PM Air Attack reports a new start, possibly a debris burn by a property owner, 1/4 acre near Pike City Rd. Helicopter will take action.
August 8, 2025 at 7:10 PM Updates on the Harmony incident will be posted on the Harmony incident page.
August 8, 2025 at 7:05 PM Air Attack 17 is over the fire, this will remain the Harmony incident.
August 8, 2025 at 7:02 PM Air Attack 17 has the fire in sight, instructing tankers to start at the heel of the fire and extend a line into the meadow.
August 8, 2025 at 7:01 PM Air Attack and two tankers have lifted to the reported Grizzly Fire.
August 8, 2025 at 6:58 PM Units in the Hwy 20 area are attempting to locate, so far nothing found. Camera detection also reports a possible fire in the Grizzly Flat and Lake City area. Diverting resources to that area.
August 8, 2025 at 6:52 PM Full wildland dispatch for a reported vegetation fire, hwy 20 and Harmony Ridge, reported by the AI-assisted detection system from the Banner Mountain camera. This will be the Harmony incident.
August 8, 2025 at 6:16 PM Wolf Road is being reopened, firefighters have removed most of their equipment.
August 8, 2025 at 6:04 PM Two-car accident on Ridge Rd at Morgan Ranch in GRass Valley, no injuries reported. Emergency services are at scene.
August 8, 2025 at 4:26 PM Strike team from Nevada County forming up and being dispatched to assist with the 84-acre Tiger Fire near Buckhorn in Amador County.
August 8, 2025 at 4:15 PM Thanks to reader Lonna for the photo of the fire.
August 8, 2025 at 4:15 PM Air Attack is releasing both tankers, fully loaded, back to their respective bases.
August 8, 2025 at 4:06 PM Wolf IC reports they have knockdown on the structure fire, no extension to the wildland as of yet. Dozers to stage at their current location.
August 8, 2025 at 4:03 PM Air Attack will keep the tanker in orbit until firefighters have knockdown on the structure. They are looking for spot fires as well.
August 8, 2025 at 3:59 PM Wolf IC reports some embers are landing in the vegetation. Tanker 121 is on final approach from McClellan.
August 8, 2025 at 3:56 PM Air Attack 17 has lifted from Grass Valley to the Wolf incident. Helicopter has lifted from White Cloud.
August 8, 2025 at 3:54 PM Wolf IC inquiring how many water tenders are dispatched, requesting a total of three water tenders for now.
August 8, 2025 at 3:49 PM Now a fully involved garage with a Tesla inside, on fire. No extension to the wildland yet.
August 8, 2025 at 3:45 PM First unit at scene on Wolf Rd reports a partially involved three-car garage. No spread to the vegetation at his time.
August 8, 2025 at 3:42 PM Now a full wildland dispatch for the reported garage fire on Wolf Rd near Wolf Ridge Ct with threat to the wildland.
August 8, 2025 at 3:39 PM Report of a detached garage on fire on Wolf Road, units dispatched.
August 8, 2025 at 10:18 AM With the exception of one unlucky customer, power has been restored in the Seven Hills area.
August 8, 2025 at 8:34 AM PG&E reporting 31 customers out of power in Nevada City along Reward and Hoover.
August 8, 2025 at 8:27 AM Power outage in Nevada City, loud bang heard in the Seven Hills area.
August 8, 2025 at 6:20 AM Day Two at the Fair, and what’s up for today. Also, vote for your favorite Fair Animal at the Elections Office booth! More Flywheel beats too.
August 7, 2025 at 5:41 PM Thanks to reader Chris for the photo of the So. Auburn accident. Please slow down, it is not a freeway!
August 7, 2025 at 5:09 PM Overturned vehicle on Hwy 20 at Lake Spaulding Road, units dispatched.
August 7, 2025 at 5:03 PM Two car accident on South Auburn Street in Grass Valley, one car into a structure. Units arriving at scene.
August 7, 2025 at 4:46 PM Reported vegetation fire two miles west of Stampede. Units dispatched.
August 7, 2025 at 3:52 PM Three-car accident on Penn Valley drive at Lazy Valley, units are at scene.
August 7, 2025 at 2:33 PM Two medium size German Shepherds showed up at my friends house. Right across from Wolf Creek Rd. on Dog Bar. Call 530-263-1247 if they are yours.
August 7, 2025 at 2:26 PM The car on Mill Street has been removed from the home’s yard, all units are clear.
August 7, 2025 at 2:25 PM Air Attack is canceling the incoming helicopters to the reported Jakeys incident, likely just dust from a quarry.
August 7, 2025 at 2:20 PM Air Attack, one helicopter and two tankers are over the Jakeys incident west of Foresthill in the Middle Fork of the AMerican River.
August 7, 2025 at 1:53 PM Unoccupied car rolled into a house on Mill Street near Walsh, units dispatched.
August 7, 2025 at 9:24 AM Law enforcement has arrested one suspect in the Cherry Creek area, Placer County Sheriff’s helicopter is leaving the area.
August 7, 2025 at 8:17 AM Our high temperatures continue to climb today, then by Friday widespread Moderate HeatRisk returns to the area through Monday. Some cooling is expected by Tuesday of next week.
August 7, 2025 at 7:41 AM Who knew a 1947 John Deere tractor had a beat rhythm? The Gold Country Flywheelers exhibit at the Nevada County Fair and this is what we heard.
August 6, 2025 at 12:52 PM First unit at scene reports they can handle the 20 by 20 ft spot with the first two incoming units, all others can cancel.
August 6, 2025 at 12:48 PM Now a full wildland dispatch for the reported roadside spot on Hwy 49.
August 6, 2025 at 12:44 PM Roadside spot on the downhill side of Hwy 49 just south of Independence Trail. Units dispatched.
August 6, 2025 at 12:25 PM Units at scene report a smoldering campfire on Magnolia Road, they will extinguish it now and attempt to make contact with the homeowner.
August 6, 2025 at 12:22 PM Report of an unattended burn pile on Magnolia Road. Units dispatched, and really – a burn pile?!
August 6, 2025 at 7:50 AM Lime IC canceling incoming crews, dozers and most engines. Units at scene can handle.
August 6, 2025 at 7:39 AM Units at scene on Lime Kiln report no extension to the wildland. Light smoke only showing from the garage.
August 6, 2025 at 7:34 AM The reported garage fire is a wood pile on fire, 600 ft from the residence.
August 6, 2025 at 7:29 AM Residential structure fire, a detached garage, on Lime Kiln Road. Numerous units dispatched due to potential threat to vegetation.
August 6, 2025 at 6:51 AM Temperatures will continue to climb today, with the return to more summer like highs in the forecast through the weekend and into next week. Moderate HeatRisk is in the forecast for much of the area beginning on Friday and continuing through at least Sunday.
August 5, 2025 at 10:13 PM Rock IC reports forward progress stopped, resources at scene will be committed for an hour.
August 5, 2025 at 10:11 PM Firefighters are making good progress on the Rock incident.
August 5, 2025 at 9:59 PM Better location is Rock Creek Rd across of Quartz Drive in Auburn.
August 5, 2025 at 9:56 PM Vegetation fire in the Bell Road/Ehrhardt Ave area in Auburn reported as a 50 by 50 spot, numerous resources dispatched.
August 5, 2025 at 5:47 PM All lanes on Hwy 49 are open, total acreage for the two spots is .07.
August 5, 2025 at 5:39 PM Hwy 49 at La Barr Meadows and McKnight to fully reopen shortly.
August 5, 2025 at 5:20 PM The Bethel incident has been contained, Hwy 49 traffic control will be in place for mop-up operations.
August 5, 2025 at 5:11 PM Bethel IC is canceling the aircraft, they should be able to handle with ground resources only. The two spots have burned together and held by roads on both sides.
August 5, 2025 at 5:10 PM Traffic will be diverted off Hwy 49 at McKnight and La Barr Meadows.
August 5, 2025 at 5:08 PM Engines at scene report two spots, about 1/4 acre in size total. The fires are moving uphill, all units to continue in. This will be the Bethel incident.
August 5, 2025 at 5:06 PM First engine is arriving at scene of the first fire, multiple spots reported.
August 5, 2025 at 5:03 PM Reported vegetation fire on Hwy 49 near La Barr Meadows, close to the motel. Full wildland dispatch on order.
August 5, 2025 at 5:02 PM Caller reported they has a debris pile going and the fire is now contained. One engine to respond, canceling all others.
August 5, 2025 at 4:59 PM Reported vegetation fire on Lake Arthur Road across of Placer Hills Rd along I-80, units dispatched.
August 5, 2025 at 11:10 AM Firefighters have thoroughly searched the Penn Valley area, unable to locate any fire.
August 5, 2025 at 10:56 AM The NJUHSD Ranch – the new hub for CTE students, farm to fork and local workforce development. The NJUHSD Ranch spans 86 acres of agricultural land—perfect for launching a robust farm-to-fork initiative. Meet the instructors and interns already working at the farm, and hear about the plans for the upcoming school year. Did we mention the piglets?
August 5, 2025 at 10:45 AM Units in the Penn Valley area are attempting to locate the source of the smoke, nothing visible for now.
August 5, 2025 at 10:35 AM Smoke check in Penn Valley, on Meadow Wood Dr. Units dispatched.
August 5, 2025 at 9:41 AM Overturned semi truck on westbound I-80 at Big Bend. The truck was towing another semi that overturned. Units dispatched.
August 5, 2025 at 9:02 AM PG&E is installing equipment for the new fast charging stations at BriarPatch. Litton Drive is basically shut down.
August 5, 2025 at 6:54 AM Seasonably cool high temperatures continue today, then we begin our warmup trend tomorrow, gradually rising to above normal by mid to late week. Moderate HeatRisk will make a return to the region by the weekend.
August 4, 2025 at 4:58 PM Vehicle rollover on southbound Hwy 49 at Little Valley, the southbound lanes are blocked.
August 4, 2025 at 4:44 PM Ranch Air Attack is returning to Grass Valley.
August 4, 2025 at 4:36 PM Air Attack 230 and one helicopter remain over the Ranch fire on Hwy 65 and Twelve Bridges. The Twelve Bridges off ramp on Hwy 65 is being reopened.
August 4, 2025 at 3:42 PM Resources on the Riosa incident are making good progress, tankers and helicopters have refueled and are available for new initial attack.
August 4, 2025 at 3:29 PM A new fire near Riosa and Hwy 65 is receiving a significant augmentation of resources.
August 4, 2025 at 3:21 PM Bald IC is releasing resources that will be diverted to the new fire that started in Rocklin and is now burning towards Lincoln. Two acres, moderate rate of spread.
August 4, 2025 at 3:18 PM An additional fire in the Wheatland area now, Bald Air Attack is grabbing two tankers and heading that way.
August 4, 2025 at 3:10 PM Air Attack reports the new fire is in the Lincoln area, approximately 1/2 acre. The fire has room the run, right off Hwy 65.
August 4, 2025 at 3:08 PM Bald Air Attack is checking a reported fire near Thunder Valley.
August 4, 2025 at 3:05 PM Fire engines dispatched to a smoking a/c system on La Barr Meadows Road.
August 4, 2025 at 3:05 PM Forward progress has been stopped on all five fires.
August 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM A fifth fire closer to I-80, a 10 by 10 spot, reported by Air Attack.
August 4, 2025 at 2:50 PM There is a roadside spot in between the second and third fire, a 10 by 10 ft spot. Engine at scene has stopped the forward progress, requesting one additional engine and a prevention officer.
August 4, 2025 at 2:39 PM The fire off Wise has a hoseline around it and is contained. One crew and one engine to respond for mop-up. Forward progress on the Fawn Hill has been stopped as well.
August 4, 2025 at 2:35 PM An additional five engines and two water tenders for the three fires dispatched.
August 4, 2025 at 2:33 PM Forward progress on the first fire has been stopped, this is the Bald incident. Good progress being made on the other two fires.
August 4, 2025 at 2:25 PM Bald IC will take command of both incidents, requesting five additional engines to respond to the new incident. Air Attack reports the new fire off Fawn Hill is 1/4 acre burning in grass at a slow rate of spread, one structure is immediately threatened. Retardant drops are holding the fire. A new fire in the same area is also burning in grass, according to Air Attack. Estimated at 2 acres , burning at a slow rate of spread.
August 4, 2025 at 2:22 PM Both tankers are taking action on the new start, boxing it in with retardant and the road.
August 4, 2025 at 2:21 PM Tankers are seeing a new fire to the northwest of the Bald incident, they will check it out.
August 4, 2025 at 2:17 PM Bald IC reports the fire is still under an acre, with two structures immediately threatened.
August 4, 2025 at 2:12 PM First unit at scene at the Bald incident reports 1/2 acre off the roadside, burning in grass and brush at a moderate rate of spread. Tankers 88 and 89 assigned to the fire, with two helicopters.
August 4, 2025 at 2:07 PM Reported vegetation fire on Creter Hill Rd and Bald Hill Rd in Auburn. Full wildland dispatch on order, power lines are down. Air Attack 230 and Tanker 89 have been dispatched to the Shale incident in the Placerville area.
August 4, 2025 at 1:36 PM To quell rumors and speculations about this tragic case: NCSO confirms a 911 call came into the Sheriff’s Regional Dispatch Center at 4:54 p.m. yesterday for a baby left in a vehicle. NCSO responded to this call on the 11000 block of Ragan Way in Grass Valley in partnership with the Nevada County Consolidated Fire Department and Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital. Life saving measures were provided but sadly, a 15-month-old baby passed away. NCSO are the acting coroner in this case. No further details to share as the death is presently under investigation.
August 4, 2025 at 12:56 PM PG&E dispatched to check out the base of the pole that has been damaged in the collision.
August 4, 2025 at 12:28 PM Car vs pole on Dog Bar Rd at Lorie Dr.
August 4, 2025 at 9:14 AM Summer limb drop – what is it and why does it happen? First, you hear a ripping, tearing sound. Then, a whoosh and the thud of a heavy object hitting the ground. A large, healthy-looking oak branch has suddenly dropped, most likely from a mature tree. The phenomenon, called summer limb drop or sudden limb drop, often occurs on hot and windless summer days.
August 4, 2025 at 7:32 AM A pickup with a trailer traveling northbound on Dog Bar Rd is dragging a chain and throwing sparks all over the roadway.
August 4, 2025 at 7:03 AM Dry weather is expected this week. High temperatures remain below normal today, then gradually rise above normal mid to late week, with areas of Moderate HeatRisk late week. Temperatures have trended higher for later in the week, especially the weekend.
August 3, 2025 at 7:04 PM Tanker 88 has been released from the Cherokee incident at Lake Oroville.
August 3, 2025 at 2:52 PM Orion IC reports one engine will remain committed for another 10-15 minutes, all others are available.
August 3, 2025 at 2:42 PM Purdon Crossing parking situation has deteriorated, the North San Juan side of Purdon is partially blocked.
August 3, 2025 at 2:41 PM Orion IC reports the engine fire has been knocked down, two closest engines to continue in, all others can cancel.
August 3, 2025 at 2:39 PM Units at scene report engine fire only, no extension to the wildland.
August 3, 2025 at 2:34 PM Full wildland dispatch on order for a vehicle fire on westbound Hwy 20 just west of the McCourtney Rd off ramp.
August 3, 2025 at 1:03 PM A dog on a leash attached to a lawn chair is stuck on the fence on southbound Hwy 49 at the Broad St on ramp. Animal Control dispatched to rescue the dog.
August 3, 2025 at 12:55 PM High temperatures trend below normal today, then gradually rise above normal mid to late week, with some areas of Moderate HeatRisk possible.
August 3, 2025 at 11:15 AM According to reader reports, traffic is really backed up on Hwy 49 from the Bear River to Dry Creek Road due to the construction work and lane reductions. Use an alternate route if possible, Hwy 174 has no construction work scheduled.
August 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM Power has been restored with the exception of eight customers on Quaker Hill Cross Rd.
August 3, 2025 at 10:26 AM Power has been restored along Hwy 20. Still 883 customers without power, a trouble crew is inspecting the lines.
August 3, 2025 at 9:56 AM Power outages affecting 1,093 customers from Banner to Scotts Flat and Cascade Shores.
August 3, 2025 at 8:33 AM Firefighters have located a 4ft by 4ft smoldering trash pile on Jackass Flats on the San Juan Ridge, they’ll extinguish it now.
August 3, 2025 at 12:28 AM Power outage affecting 488 customers along Hay 49 and Cement Hill, estimated time of restoration is 5:00 am.
August 2, 2025 at 9:59 PM Units at scene on Shady Creek report the car is abandoned, no driver in sight.
August 2, 2025 at 9:50 PM Car into a ditch on Shady Creek Dr at Tyler Foote. Units dispatched.
August 2, 2025 at 6:06 PM Accident on Dg Bar Rd near Wheeler Acres, units dispatched.
August 2, 2025 at 4:22 PM Motorcycle down on Hwy 49 at Quail Creek Dr, units dispatched.
August 2, 2025 at 4:04 PM Hwy 49 at the Yuba is down to one lane going towards North San Juan – the river crossing is packed with people. Same for Moonshine Road at Oregon Creek, according to a reader.
August 2, 2025 at 1:50 PM Reader reports of cars parked over the fogline on Hwy 49 at the South Yuba.
August 2, 2025 at 1:12 PM Hwy 49 at Marysville Rd, at the Oregon Creek area, has approximately 50 cars parked in No Parking zones. People are walking in the roadway to get to the Yuba.
August 2, 2025 at 12:51 PM Snuck away from the computer for a quick visit to Rock Creek.
August 2, 2025 at 10:05 AM A new juvenile black bear is now also a daily visitor to the water trough.
August 2, 2025 at 8:06 AM Light smoke showing from a travel trailer in the tow parking lot on Hwy 49. Units at scene
August 1, 2025 at 9:00 PM The pup has left Banner to be reunited with their humans. All is well.
August 1, 2025 at 8:03 PM From a reader: Found this pup loose on the Edwards Crossing bridge. He’s home with me off of Banner now. If he’s yours, please call me and come pick him up. 415-866-0990. Thanks!
August 1, 2025 at 6:58 PM Forward progress stopped on the Butterfield incident, mop-up in progress. The fire is contained at 2 acres.
August 1, 2025 at 6:53 PM Ground resources are making good progress on the Butterfield incident. All aircraft has been canceled, returning to their respective bases.
August 1, 2025 at 6:49 PM Truckee Fire has established road closures in the area, Air Attack 230 and the tankers are approaching the fire. TNF helicopter and crew also en route to the fire.
August 1, 2025 at 6:39 PM Full wildland dispatch for a reported vegetation fire on Butterfield Dr in Truckee.
August 1, 2025 at 5:25 PM First unit at scene reports a fully involved pickup, fire is being extinguished. No threat to the wildland, canceling all incoming units.
August 1, 2025 at 5:20 PM Full wildland dispatch for a tow truck on fire with threat to the wildland on eastbound I-80 at Crystal Springs.
August 1, 2025 at 4:17 PM The broadcast burn at First Rain is starting. Details in our 10:39 am entry.
August 1, 2025 at 1:06 PM A dump truck into a guardrail on Hwy 20 at Rough and Ready Hwy, units dispatched.
August 1, 2025 at 12:36 PM Engines are in the Whispering Pines/Brunswick area, looking for a reported smoke. So far nothing showing.
August 1, 2025 at 12:20 PM Units at scene on Richards Blvd can handle, canceling all incoming units.
August 1, 2025 at 12:16 PM Homeowner on Richards Blvd reports the transformer has blown, fire is the size of a campfire. Aircraft lifting from Grass Valley being canceled right now.
August 1, 2025 at 12:06 PM Reported tree into power lines, caused a small fire close to a residence on Richards Boulevard in Truckee. Full wildland dispatch on order.
August 1, 2025 at 10:45 AM Vehicle into a ditch on Hwy 49 at Lone Star Rd, units dispatched.
August 1, 2025 at 10:39 AM Heads up: First Rain Land Stewardship Services will be conducting a prescribed burn at First Rain Farm, at the junction of Rock Creek Rd. and Rector Rd. just outside of Nevada City.
This is a two-acre burn in grass and forest litter specifically being conducted to control scotch broom regrowth in the area.
When: Friday, August 1st 4-7pm
Where: First Rain Farm
Size: 2 Acres
Permits: CalFire NEU has issued our LE7 broadcast burn permit, and all applicable air quality permits are in hand.
The past two weeks have delivered consistently mild weather to the region, providing the appropriate conditions to conduct Rx burns to meet objectives while burning safely. A prescription-based approach to burning means that regardless of the time of year, permits will be issued if prescriptions can be met and the appropriate resources are available.
August 1, 2025 at 8:33 AM A large bag of plastic bottles didn’t make it to the recycling place and is now littering eastbound Hwy 20 just west of Penn Valley.
August 1, 2025 at 6:42 AM Goat stroll alert on Banner Lava Cap at Old Tunnel Rd. Four to five goats are wandering in the roadway, no doubt looking for tasty treats. Are your flowers safe? 😉
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August 1, 2025 at 6:20 AM You can find last month’s log here.