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February 28, 2026 at 6:40 PM Some chicken wire is trying to ensnare drivers on Hwy 174 at Brunswick Dr. Don’t fall for it, slow down and avoid.
February 28, 2026 at 6:27 PM Units at scene on John Born report a burn pile with people in attendance. Canceling all incoming units.
February 28, 2026 at 6:10 PM Reported vegetation fire on John Born Rd, small spot only. Units dispatched.
February 28, 2026 at 3:58 PM A reportedly friendly German Shepherd seems lost on McCourtney near Wolf Mountain. The pup is walking up to cars, use caution and reduce your speed.
February 28, 2026 at 2:16 PM Light rainfall in the northern Sacramento Valley, foothills, and mountains through early Monday. Drier weather Monday afternoon and Tuesday, before a new system brings very light precipitation to the northern Sacramento Valley, foothills, and mountains on Wednesday. Following any Wednesday precip, confidence is increasing that we’ll see breezy to gusty north to east winds on Thursday and Friday.
February 28, 2026 at 8:33 AM Missing a 6-month year old kitten as of yesterday off of Birchville Rd. He is light orange in coloring. Contact (530)575-1832 if you’ve seen the kitty.
February 28, 2026 at 7:00 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 27, 2026 at 6:51 PM Car into telephone pole on Bitney Springs at Lazy Acres, units at scene. Reporting all occupants are out of the car, both lanes of Bitney Springs are blcked by the sheared-off pole.
February 27, 2026 at 2:09 PM Yes, it is quiet. No power outages in Nevada County, no road mishaps. Let’s keep it that way 🙂
February 27, 2026 at 9:50 AM Nevada County Transit: 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.
February 27, 2026 at 7:44 AM Low-hanging communication lines on Ranchero Wy near East Hacienda Dr.
February 27, 2026 at 6:35 AM Two-car accident, no injuries reported, on East Main St in Grass Valley. The roadway is clear and units are at scene.
February 27, 2026 at 6:26 AM Get our puppy fix and come meet Ferrara and Rocher from 1–2 p.m. at the Nevada County Government Center for Tails with Nevada County, a new monthly pilot program designed to help socialize shelter animals and promote adoptions. Attendees will have a chance to meet Ferrara and Rocher, who can be adopted together or separately.
February 27, 2026 at 6:11 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 27, 2026 at 1:09 AM Units are resecuring the building, Idaho IC is releasing most resources at scene back to their stations.
February 27, 2026 at 12:56 AM Idaho IC reports firefighters have made access to the building and found a single motorcycle on fire. Fire has been extinguished. Resources will be released shortly.
February 27, 2026 at 12:49 AM Idaho IC reports no change, units are making access to the building.
February 27, 2026 at 12:45 AM Smoke coming from the rear of the 2,500 sq ft building per the first unit at scene.
February 27, 2026 at 12:44 AM Reported commercial structure fire on Idaho-Maryland and East Main St in Grass Valley, units dispatched.
February 26, 2026 at 3:10 PM Ungulate stroll alert: Three goats are wandering in and out of the roadway in Wolf Rd near Duggans.
February 26, 2026 at 9:28 AM Dry weather continues through Saturday morning with warmer than normal temperatures in the forecast. Saturday through Monday, light precipitation is expected. Dry weather returns Tuesday and continues for the foreseeable future.
February 26, 2026 at 6:45 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 25, 2026 at 6:15 PM Park IC is releasing some of the resources.
February 25, 2026 at 6:05 PM All incoming units are staging, firefighters at scene are checking for a possible attics or fireplace fire.
February 25, 2026 at 6:02 PM No smoke visible from the exterior, Park IC is canceling the incoming water tenders.
February 25, 2026 at 6:00 PM Units are at scene on Park Ave Ext, the house has been evacuated.
February 25, 2026 at 5:57 PM Reported possible residential structure fire, smoke in the house, on Park Ave Extension in Nevada City, numerous engines dispatched.
February 25, 2026 at 4:44 PM Main IC reports they have been unable to locate any smell of gas, they’re releasing all resources.
February 25, 2026 at 4:43 PM Traffic control requested for the gas hazard on East Main, GVPD is responding.
February 25, 2026 at 4:37 PM Crews are shutting down a portion of East Main St to check for a reported gas hazard.
February 25, 2026 at 3:48 PM Bear Yuba Land Trust update: The Community Rendezvous has a new date! Due to a power outage at the Love Building, we are postponing this evening’s event to Wednesday, March 4th, 5-7pm.
February 25, 2026 at 8:11 AM A dog is walking up the southbound off ramp on Hwy 49 at Brunswick. Please watch for the pup.
February 25, 2026 at 6:48 AM Still 117 customers without PG&E power from last week’s snow storm. Restoration times vary between late today and Friday.
February 25, 2026 at 6:07 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 24, 2026 at 4:32 PM As the Nevada City City Council prepares for its Wednesday meeting, the vibe surrounding the planned skatepark has flipped from ollies to adulting. The staff report for the item reveals that the project, while long on community passion, is currently short on cash, land, and finalized contracts. More here.
February 24, 2026 at 3:44 PM Reader report of a white Pyrenees near the intersection of Loma Rica and Marysville Rd. The dog is possibly injured and going back and forth in the roadway.
February 24, 2026 at 9:51 AM Another bovine stroll alert, only one cow this time on northbound Hwy 49 at Milhous Dr.
February 24, 2026 at 8:39 AM Bovine stroll alert from reader Kienan: 2 cows roaming free on and on the side of Birchville Rd towards Pleasant Valley.
February 24, 2026 at 7:50 AM Red Dog Rd is fully open again.
February 24, 2026 at 7:00 AM Red Dog Rd is closed between Hornbrook and Onyx Ct as emergency responders wait for PG&E to deenergize the power lines over the WM truck. The driver is uninjured. 66 customers are out of power.
February 24, 2026 at 6:35 AM WM truck into a power pole on Red Dog Rd, units dispatched. Power lines across the truck.
February 24, 2026 at 6:17 AM A law enforcement operation is underway in Grass Valley in the vicinity of Condon Park.
February 24, 2026 at 6:16 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 23, 2026 at 7:01 PM Power outage update: 747 PG&E customers remain without power due to 44 separate outages. Restoration times given are Feb. 24 between 10 am and noon.
February 23, 2026 at 4:56 PM Per Grass Valley Police just before 1:00 pm, a citizen walking in the wooded area between Sutton Way and Brunswick Road discovered an adult male possibly in need of medical attention. Upon Police arrival the male was confirmed to be deceased. The time and manner of death is not immediately known and public disclosure of the victims identity will be made after next of kin has been notified.
Editor’s note: Yes, we’re aware of a TV helicopter in the area, no we won’t publish updates until next of kin notification has been made.
February 23, 2026 at 4:41 PM Per PG&E: As of 3:30 p.m. Monday, here are the current power outage counts by county.
- El Dorado: 3552
- Nevada: 970
- Placer: 455
- Sierra: 214
- Amador: 2976
- Calaveras: 5142
- Tuolumne: 1194
February 23, 2026 at 12:55 PM Cooper, the Greenhorn pup, has also been reunited with his human. All is well.
February 23, 2026 at 11:33 AM The two pups found in Alta Sierra have been reunited with their humans. All is well.
February 23, 2026 at 10:42 AM Backcountry Avalanche Watch for the Greater Lake Tahoe area. High avalanche danger from Monday 8:15 AM until Tuesday 5 AM. High elevation rain on snow this week may cause widespread avalanche activity in the mountains. Large avalanches capable of injuring people could occur.
February 23, 2026 at 10:37 AM A semi truck is stuck in the snow on North Bloomfield at Rock Creek Rd, near Diamond Arrow. The roadway is completely blocked.
February 23, 2026 at 10:34 AM From a reader: Found 2/23 near Alta Sierra. M/F. Collars, no tags. Safe in our yard. Contact 530-305-9994 if they are yours.
February 23, 2026 at 8:16 AM This dog showed up on a porch on Greenhorn, wearing a tag with a bad phone number, apparently named Cooper on Echo Glen Rd. Call 530-613-9455 if this is your pup. PS: He’s out of the cold now.
February 23, 2026 at 6:20 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 22, 2026 at 6:36 PM Reported residential structure fire, smell of electrical burning in the house, on Tree Top Circle off Banner Lava Cap Rd, units dispatched.
February 22, 2026 at 6:02 PM This pup was found running on Ridge Rd. If this is your escape artist, please contact 916-390-2928.
February 22, 2026 at 5:37 PM Car vs tree on Loma Rica Dr, units dispatched.
February 22, 2026 at 2:45 PM Accident on Hwy 174 just past Redberry Rd, three vehicles involved. The northbound lane is blocked, units dispatched.
February 22, 2026 at 1:09 PM A down pine tree on the roadside is blocking one lane of westbound Hwy 20, 5 miles east of the USFS ranger station.
February 22, 2026 at 12:49 PM A car lost household items on northbound Hwy 49 at Lime Kiln, driver attempting to pick up the items. Use extreme caution in the area.
February 22, 2026 at 9:46 AM NWS Sacramento update: A quick moving, warm weather system then moves in late Monday, bringing widespread rain, breezy south winds, and light, high elevation mountain snow (above 6000′) through midweek. Heaviest rainfall is expected late Monday-Tuesday, with a chance for nuisance flooding of urban and low lying areas and minor rises on small creeks and streams. A pattern shift toward drier weather and above normal temperatures is then looking likely late week into next weekend.
February 22, 2026 at 8:15 AM A recap of Nevada County Task Force 4101 – winter storm response. Thanks to PIO Ramey for the video and to everyone who helped during the storm.
February 22, 2026 at 7:27 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 21, 2026 at 6:06 PM Starduster IC is releasing all resources except for one engine.
February 21, 2026 at 5:44 PM Firefighters are overhauling the burnt out vehicle.
February 21, 2026 at 5:38 PM Fully involved vehicle on Starduster Dr, engines are at scene.
February 21, 2026 at 3:06 PM Castle Peak Avalanche Update: Nine Victims Recovered from Mountain.
February 21, 2026 at 12:40 PM From reader Amy: There’s a fallen tree into power lines on Red Dog Road east of Banner Lava Cap. The road is partially blocked. No sparks or arcing noted. Emergency Services have been notified.
February 21, 2026 at 11:48 AM Nevada County Sanitation Dept. is at scene of the sewerline break, all fire units are released.
February 21, 2026 at 11:04 AM Broken sewer pipe, possibly leaking into the river near Wildflower Dr and Lake Wildwood Dr. Units dispatched, county sanitation department notified.
February 21, 2026 at 9:44 AM Sugarbowl alert: lift tickets for today, 2/21/26, are now sold out. Passholders and Packholders are always welcome.
February 21, 2026 at 7:18 AM Hwy 20 from Nevada City to the junction of I-80 remains closed to big rigs – I-80 is open to all traffic.
February 21, 2026 at 7:14 AM Quick NWS Sacramento update: Near to below normal temperatures continue this weekend. Dry weather is expected for much of interior NorCal, although isolated to scattered showers will bring light precipitation to the northern Sacramento Valley and surrounding terrain at times. More widespread precipitation chances and periodically breezy winds are anticipated later Monday-Wednesday as a quick moving weather system moves through the region. Forecast snow levels remain above 6000′ throughout the week ahead, with primarily light, high elevation mountain snowfall expected. A trend toward drier and warmer weather is looking possible by later next week.
February 21, 2026 at 7:00 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 21, 2026 at 6:55 AM As of right now, 2,936 PG&E customers are still out of power due to 72 outages in Nevada County. 1,980 customers in Placer, 919 customers in Sierra and 8,082 customers in El Dorado counties are also out of power.
February 20, 2026 at 7:50 PM The pup is going home with his humans. All is well.
February 20, 2026 at 6:14 PM This dog was found on Pittsburg Mine Rd, he might be a consummate escape artist or just lost, but very sweet either way. Contact 916-390-2928 if this is your pup.
February 20, 2026 at 5:20 PM When Hwy 20 is closed, do not follow your GPS device’s “rerouting” suggestions. Unless you’re jockeying for a position on the “Who failed more?” podium. PS: Hwy 20 is now open for passenger vehicles.
February 20, 2026 at 12:07 PM You wouldn’t recognize Lewis Road with all these “smart drivers” trying to bypass the Hwy 20 closure. Thanks to reader Luke for the photo.
February 20, 2026 at 12:04 PM Now some not-so-smart drivers are trying to bypass the road closure on Hwy 20 by using Cooper Rd. Now they’re stuck, quelle surprise.
February 20, 2026 at 11:44 AM Pro tip: If you are out and about in the snow wear sunglasses to protect your eyes. Not only will you look fab while shoveling, your eyes will thank you.
February 20, 2026 at 11:20 AM Tree into power line on Lake Ln at Gaston Dr. in Cascade Shores, units dispatched.
February 20, 2026 at 11:10 AM From reader Luke: Waze and Google Maps are routing cars around the Highway 20 closure and chain control via Lewis Road and Dow. This is because 20 is only shown as closed for a very short section. A line of 7 cars drove up our driveway this morning, including an Uber heading to Sugarbowl. [Editor’s note: FACEPALM!]
February 20, 2026 at 10:24 AM Banner Lava Cap at Crystal Wells is reopened, low-hanging comm lines only.
February 20, 2026 at 9:48 AM Power lines down on Meadow Dr in Peardale, firefighters at scene state no sparking.
February 20, 2026 at 9:47 AM Caltrans is closing eastbound Hwy 20 at Nevada St. The closure is expected to last all day.
February 20, 2026 at 9:14 AM Tree down across all lanes and on power lines on Saint Ledger Forest Rd / Idaho Maryland Rd.
February 20, 2026 at 7:58 AM Car vs mailboxes on Spenceville Rd at Elnora, no injuries to humans but the mailboxes were shaking.
February 20, 2026 at 7:55 AM Sparkly morning for reader Laurel.
February 20, 2026 at 7:35 AM Reader Adrienne has a big day ahead: Need to get out the shovel!
February 20, 2026 at 7:34 AM Traffic hazard on Brunswick Rd at Brunswick Pines Rd.
February 20, 2026 at 7:17 AM Power lines down, no arcing or sparking, on Newtown Rd. Units dispatched.
February 20, 2026 at 6:15 AM School closures and delayed start are starting to roll in. All posted here.
February 20, 2026 at 5:56 AM Tree in the roadway on Brunswick Rd at Greenhorn, the entire roadway is blocked.
February 20, 2026 at 5:43 AM A quick forecast update from the National Weather Service in Sacramento: Freeze Warning out for the Valley through 9am this morning and a Cold Weather Advisory for the Valley, Delta, Foothills, and Mountains through 9am. Dry conditions are expected today and tomorrow, with light winds. Another cold morning on Saturday, but we are expecting temperatures to warm up through the weekend and into next week. Another system is forecasted to move through the region Sunday through mid week. However this system is warmer, with higher snow levels. Snow totals and QPF have trended downward in the latest NBM. Windy conditions are possible on Sunday and Monday as the system moves through.
February 20, 2026 at 4:57 AM As of right now, 89 outages are affecting 4,442 PG&E customers in Nevada County.
February 19, 2026 at 8:50 PM Cars piling up on Hwy 174 and Brunswick Dr, units dispatched.
February 19, 2026 at 8:49 PM Lane blocked by a down tree on Prospector Rd in Rough and Ready.
February 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM Idaho-Maryland Rd at Banner Lava Cap is now a hard closure. Multiple power poles are compromised, the area is unsafe.
February 19, 2026 at 7:56 PM Units are at scene on Burjer, they will investigate.
February 19, 2026 at 7:53 PM More reader photos of this evening’s sunset.
February 19, 2026 at 7:49 PM Report of a possible fire on Burjer Rd off Willow Valley, electrical lines may have caught fire.
February 19, 2026 at 6:47 PM Spinout on Hwy 49 at the Gold Flat Rd off ramp.
February 19, 2026 at 6:46 PM We’ll be posting closures, delayed starts etc for Friday here. If you are a business or organization, let us know if you are closed, open later or have to cancel an event by emailing news@yubanet.com.
February 19, 2026 at 6:08 PM Thank you for sending some amazing after the storm/sunset pictures. Keep them coming!
February 19, 2026 at 5:40 PM Peardale Chicago Park Fire update: Peardale – Chicago Park Fire, Ophir Hill Fire and Nevada County Animal Control were dispatched to a horse arena off of Colfax Hwy, which had partially collapsed with horses inside. Arriving crews found a 2000 square foot section of the arena collapsed from the snow with one horse critically injured but free and one horse still trapped. Firefighters worked for 45 minutes with shovels and power tools to clear snow and debris but were able to free the horse. The horse only received moderate injuries and is expected to recover.
February 19, 2026 at 5:14 PM We pulled together some resources that might help get you through the end of this storm and the freezing temperatures overnight and Friday morning.
February 19, 2026 at 4:32 PM Tree down, blocking all lanes, on Idaho-Maryland at Banner Lava Cap, power lines in the roadway.
February 19, 2026 at 3:44 PM Power has been restored to Pittsburg Mine Rd per a reader.
February 19, 2026 at 3:38 PM Now we know. Severe Weather Forces PG&E Crews in the Sierra Nevada Mountains to Pause Work Until Unsafe Conditions Pass. Work will resume to assess and repair storm damage to poles and power lines after severe weather has passed. Crews have returned to the field in parts of Nevada County where weather has allowed.
February 19, 2026 at 3:01 PM Tree into power lines on Valley View off Banner Lava Cap.
February 19, 2026 at 2:56 PM Hwy 49 at Bethel Church Wy is blocked by a driver trying to chain up.
February 19, 2026 at 2:24 PM Power outage update from us, since we haven’t received any updates from PG&E. We’re listing the largest outages of the 81 outages only.
Customers Without Power: 894 in Sweetland, Birchland and North San Juan
Date/Time Started: 2/19/2026, 2:13 PM
Date/Time Restored (Estimate): n/a
Customers Without Power: 591 Cooper Rd/Blue Tent School Rd and North Bloomfield
Date/Time Started: 2/18/2026, 7:21 PM
Date/Time Restored (Estimate): 2/24/2026, 10:00 AM
Customers Without Power: 536 Ridge Rd near NU and Echo Ridge Dr
Date/Time Started: 2/19/2026, 10:31 AM
Date/Time Restored (Estimate): n/a
Customers Without Power: 488 Pasquale Rd/Cascade Shores
Cause: Awaiting Investigation
Date/Time Started: 2/18/2026, 11:01 PM
Date/Time Restored (Estimate): 2/24/2026, 10:00 AM
Customers Without Power: 426
Date/Time Started: 2/19/2026, 8:06 AM
Date/Time Restored (Estimate): n/a
Customers Without Power: 394 on Pittsburg Rd
Date/Time Started: 2/19/2026, 8:47 AM
Date/Time Restored (Estimate): 2/24/2026, 10:00 AM
Customers Without Power: 303 on Banner Lava Cap Rd
Cause: TREE CONTACT
Date/Time Started: 2/17/2026, 2:05 PM
Date/Time Restored (Estimate): 2/24/2026, 10:00 AM
Customers Without Power: 263 on Tyler Foote and Oak Tree Rd on the San Juan Ridge
Date/Time Started: 2/19/2026, 11:30 AM
Date/Time Restored (Estimate): n/a
Customers Without Power: 199 on Banner Quaker Hill and Cascade Dr in Cascade Shores
Cause: BRKN POLE
Date/Time Started: 2/17/2026, 9:16 AM
Date/Time Restored (Estimate): 2/24/2026, 12:00 PM
Customers Without Power: 199 on Banner Lava Cap and Forester Dr and Gracie
Date/Time Started: 2/19/2026, 10:11 AM
Date/Time Restored (Estimate): n/a
Customers Without Power: 167 Lake Spualding area
Date/Time Started: 2/19/2026, 3:27 AM
Date/Time Restored (Estimate): n/a
Customers Without Power: 132 in Cascade Shores
Cause: TREE CONTACT
Date/Time Started: 2/18/2026, 10:28 PM
Date/Time Restored (Estimate): 2/24/2026, 10:00 AM
Customers Without Power: 115 on North Bloomfield to Bush Rd
Cause: TREE CONTACT
Date/Time Started: 2/19/2026, 6:14 AM
Date/Time Restored (Estimate): 2/24/2026, 10:00 AM
February 19, 2026 at 2:41 PM The horse has been freed.
February 19, 2026 at 2:13 PM Firefighters will assist the property owner to free one horse trapped in the collapsed portion of the barn.
February 19, 2026 at 2:09 PM Units at scene on Raylene Ct report about 50% of the barn has collapsed, they are checking now. The Sheriff’s HEART team is being notified.
February 19, 2026 at 2:04 PM Large animal rescue underway for horses trapped in a collapsed structure on Raylene Ct off Hwy 174.
February 19, 2026 at 1:54 PM Took a break from the screens to shovel snow. Even the resident turkeys know: when it snows, stay close to home.
February 19, 2026 at 1:45 PM Car stuck in the middle of the roadway on Scotts Valley Rd near Willow Creek Ln.
February 19, 2026 at 1:12 PM After consulting with Nevada City officials and Nevada County OES, SYRCL’s Wild & Scenic Film Festival has made the difficult decision to cancel tonight’s screening of Mountains of the Moon at the Nevada Theatre. We appreciate your understanding and your continued support. Please stay tuned to our social media channels and join our email list for updates about a possible future screening. The 24th annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival will move forward as planned beginning Friday afternoon. Until then, please stay safe and take care of one another. We look forward to being together soon.
February 19, 2026 at 12:19 PM Red Dog Road is open again, per a reader.
February 19, 2026 at 11:52 AM Due to the hazardous weather conditions today, SYRCL’s Wild & Scenic Film festival has chosen to cancel tonight’s Art Opening Reception at the Granucci Gallery at the Center For The Arts in Grass Valley. At this time, all other programming for the festival weekend will continue as planned. We will be updating you shortly regarding our screening of Mountains of the Moon at the Nevada Theater tonight.
February 19, 2026 at 11:46 AM Power outage affecting 536 customers in the Newtown area from Hwy 49 to Kentucky Flat Rd.
February 19, 2026 at 11:32 AM Hey look, it’s Camille with Nevada City OES. She has some great tips for today. Some behind the scenes info for you: She snowshoed in from Willow Valley Rd to make sure residents are OK!
February 19, 2026 at 10:44 AM Reader report of power being back on in North San Juan. Thanks for the good news!
February 19, 2026 at 10:44 AM Tree down on Red Dog Rd / Crystal Wells Rd, one lane is open.
February 19, 2026 at 10:38 AM Another tree down on Red Dog at Buckeye, units are at scene and will try to clear the roadway.
February 19, 2026 at 10:34 AM Safety reminder: During regular work hours, report downed trees or issues on County-maintained roadways to Nevada County Public Works at 530-265-1411. Report down power lines, urgent after-hour or weekend incidents to 9-1-1. Treat all down power lines as energized and stay away from them.
February 19, 2026 at 10:29 AM Moderate to heavy snow and significant travel impacts today, freezing to below freezing morning temperatures on Friday. Cold morning temperatures Friday and Saturday with lows near to below freezing with lingering light showers mainly in the mountains.
February 19, 2026 at 9:54 AM Due to hazardous weather conditions, avalanche victims cannot be safely extracted off the mountain today. Recovery efforts are expected to carry into the weekend. Until the recovery mission is completed, the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office is unable to confirm the identifications, ages, affiliations, or cities of origin for the victims.
The Sheriff’s Office would like to express its continued gratitude to all of our mutual aid partners and volunteers who have worked tirelessly around the clock, initially to save six lives, and who have continuously worked in adverse weather conditions in an effort to bring loved ones safely home. These agencies have included: Nevada County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue, Placer County Sheriff’s Office, Tahoe Nordic Search and Rescue, Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, Washoe County Search and Rescue, Truckee Fire, Careflight Truckee, California Office of Emergency Services, and Tahoe National Forest Service. The Sheriff’s Office would also like to acknowledge and thank Tahoe Donner’s Alder Creek Adventure Center and Boreal Mountain Ski Resort, both of whom opened their facilities to our teams to aid our incident command operations.
February 19, 2026 at 9:49 AM Car vs tree on La Barr Meadows, the roadway is clear.
February 19, 2026 at 9:46 AM Multiple trees down, blocking the roadway on Hwy 49 Marysville Rd.
February 19, 2026 at 9:45 AM Lines down over Red Dog Rd, roadway is blocked.
February 19, 2026 at 9:27 AM Power in downtown Grass Valley has been restored (for the hospital grid.)
February 19, 2026 at 9:21 AM Tree into power lines, powerlines on fire, on North Bloomfield near Harmony Ridge.
February 19, 2026 at 9:19 AM Connectivity is becoming unstable at YubaNet HQ.
February 19, 2026 at 8:54 AM Tree down into power lines, lines are down on Pasquale Rd near Banner Quaker. Units dispatched.
February 19, 2026 at 8:23 AM Power outage affecting 1,157 PG&E customers on the San Juan Ridge and down to Pleasant Valley Rd in Penn Valley.
February 19, 2026 at 8:17 AM For those keeping count, 121 outages in Nevada County and 6,381 customers out. That’s close to 20,000 people. Please stay safe and off the roads if at all possible.
February 19, 2026 at 8:13 AM Now 1,464 customers out in downtown Grass Valley and 1,515 along McCourtney down to East Bald Hill Rd in south county.
February 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM Power is out on Mill St in Grass Valley.
February 19, 2026 at 7:55 AM Power is out in Grass Valley on Pleasant St. Not showing up on PG&E map.
February 19, 2026 at 7:49 AM Lines down on Clark St, firefighters will flag them.
February 19, 2026 at 7:46 AM Low-hanging tree limb on Nevada City Hwy near Hubbard.
February 19, 2026 at 7:06 AM A semi is blocking the southbound lanes on Brunswick at Loma Rica. What a novelty…
February 19, 2026 at 6:53 AM Large tree limb blocking the westbound lane on Hwy 20 at Marysville Rd.
February 19, 2026 at 6:49 AM Hwy 20 between Penn Valley and Grass Valley is slippery and icy. Chains or traction devices are required on all vehicles except four wheel/ all wheel drive vehicles with snow-tread tires on all four wheels. (Four wheel/all wheel drive vehicles must carry traction devices in chain control areas).
February 19, 2026 at 5:36 AM All Nevada County schools are closed today. All business, events and agency closures are posted here.
February 19, 2026 at 5:32 AM Now 2,192 customers without PG&E power, due to 47 outages.
February 19, 2026 at 5:31 AM Low-hanging power lines on Penn Valley Dr, units dispatched.
February 19, 2026 at 5:30 AM Tree down on Cascade Loop in Cascade Shores, the roadway is blocked and of course lines are down.
February 19, 2026 at 5:22 AM The NWS quick update:
- Heavy Snow and Rain today, within an additional 1-2 feet above 3500 feet.
- Snow levels 1500-2500 ft today, as low as 1000 feet at times in the Sierra and down to 300 ft in Shasta and Tehama Counties, southern Cascades, and Coastal Range.
- Light accumulations within the northern Sacramento Valley. As far south as Red Bluff.
- Conditions begin to calm later this evening and tonight, with drier weather within the Valley and Foothills Friday into Saturday. Lingering mountain snow showers both Saturday and Sunday.
February 19, 2026 at 5:20 AM Needless to say, if you can stay off the roads today, please do so.
February 19, 2026 at 5:14 AM Hwy 49 from Alta Sierra to Nevada City: Chains or traction devices are required on all vehicles except four wheel/ all wheel drive vehicles with snow-tread tires on all four wheels. (Four wheel/all wheel drive vehicles must carry traction devices in chain control areas).
February 19, 2026 at 5:03 AM 1,958 PG&E customers are without power due to 46 outages.
February 18, 2026 at 10:17 PM Per units at scene, false alarm, no fire. Canceling all resources.
February 18, 2026 at 10:11 PM Incoming units for the Pine incident to stage at Canyon and I-80.
February 18, 2026 at 10:07 PM Chimney fire on Pine Hollow Way, units arriving at scene.
February 18, 2026 at 6:04 PM As of 6 p.m. Wednesday, here are the current power outage counts by county:
- El Dorado: 6,135
- Nevada: 1,521
- Placer: 385
- Sierra: 501
- Amador: 3,450
- Calaveras: 8,979
- Tuolumne: 7,114
February 18, 2026 at 5:26 PM The NSJ Community Center, 29190 State Highway 49, North San Juan, is open as a warming shelter for the duration of the storm! Come have a warm meal and place to rest out of the cold. All are welcome, any time.
February 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM If your business or organization has a closure or cancellation of an event tomorrow, Thursday Feb. 19, let us know by emailing news@yubanet.com and we’ll post it on the Feb. 19 incident page.
February 18, 2026 at 4:51 PM Tree down on Rattlesnake Rd near Golden Lily Ct, all lanes are blocked.
February 18, 2026 at 4:48 PM Nevada City Hall will be closed tomorrow, Thursday 19th due to weather conditions. City Hall will open back up on Friday the 20th.
February 18, 2026 at 4:07 PM Nevada County update:
Warming Shelter
Sierra Roots, in partnership with Nevada County, will open the Emergency Weather Shelter for the third night tonight, Wednesday, Feb. 18. Location: Nevada City Vets Hall, 415 N Pine Street.
Roads
Crews will continue conducting snowplow operations and any downed trees overnight. Report down power lines, urgent after-hour or weekend incidents to 9-1-1. During regular work hours, report downed trees or issues on County-maintained roadways to Nevada County Public Works at 530-265-1411.
NOW OPEN:
Near 10864 Murchie Mine Road is OPEN
Red Dog Road near Lyle White Memorial Drive is OPEN
CURRENT CLOSURES
Gracie Road between Big Blue and Kathryn Lane is CLOSED due to tree and utility lines down across road. Utility lines have been removed, County road crews onsite clearing the remainder of the road.
Banner Quaker Hill Road is CLOSED due to hazardous conditions.
February 18, 2026 at 3:51 PM Non-injury accident on Gracie Rd, cars now stuck in the snow.
February 18, 2026 at 3:29 PM Still 52 outages affecting 1,930 PG&E customers in Nevada County, good news for the Peardale and North Bloomfield areas where a lot of customers have been restored.
February 18, 2026 at 1:50 PM Nevada County Roads update: During the lull in the storm, crews have been pushing back snow and widening roadways to make room for the next round of weather expected this afternoon and evening. Crews are also continuing to address hazards such as downed trees and are coordinating with utility companies as incidents are reported. All current closures listed below have alternate routes available for access.
Now Open:
N. Bloomfield North of Bernard Place is OPEN.
Allison Ranch Road about a half mile from Mill St is OPEN.
Current Closures
Gracie Road between Big Blue and Kathryn Lane is CLOSED due to tree and utility lines down across road. Gracie Road pending utility remediation, AT&T onsite.
Banner Quaker Hill Road is CLOSED due to hazardous conditions.
Near 10864 Murchie Mine Road CLOSED due to powerlines down in roadway.
Red Dog Road near Lyle White Memorial Drive CLOSED due to a tree across the road.
February 18, 2026 at 12:39 PM An update on the 59 PG&E power outages affecting 2,851 customers in Nevada County. 784 customers in the Banner area are supposed to have utility power back by 8:00 pm tonight. The restoration estimate for 534 customers along Brunswick and Towle Rd is the morning of Feb. 20th. All other outages have no set estimate of restoration at this time, but Friday seems to be the target date. Note that additional crews have been assigned to the Sierra sector. Within the counties of El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, and Sierra, PG&E has approximately 175 boots on the ground working extended days to restore power. They are equipped with 24 snowcats and one helicopter.
February 18, 2026 at 11:24 AM Our condolences to the families of the eight confirmed fatalities after the Castle Peak avalanche.
February 18, 2026 at 10:57 AM Castle Peak avalanche incident, press conference.
February 18, 2026 at 10:36 AM
Forecast update as of this morning
Brief lull in activity today with just scattered showers
Final wave of this storm moves in tonight – Thursday evening. Cold air is in place, snow levels generally 1500-2000 feet but could see minor accumulations as low as 1000 feet Thursday morning.
Grass Valley forecast: expected 6-8″, high end around 12″
Nevada City forecast: expected 8-10″, high end around 15″
Break in the action Friday – Saturday
Next storm arrives Sunday – Tuesday with higher snow levels, generally 4000 feet and above. Gusty winds also likely with this one.
February 18, 2026 at 9:31 AM Moderate to Heavy Mountain Snow and Significant Travel Impacts through Thursday. A brief break in widespread precipitation today will be followed by the next wave of moderate to heavy precipitation this evening through Thursday. Winter Storm Warning continues through 10 PM Thursday.
February 18, 2026 at 7:46 AM Nevada County Roads update:
- Banner Quaker Hill Road is CLOSED due to hazardous conditions.
- Gracie Road between Big Blue and Kathryn Lane is CLOSED due to tree and utility lines down across road.
- North Bloomfield CLOSED north of Bernard Place. Utility lines down across road.
- Near 10864 Murchie Mine Road CLOSED due to a tree across the road. Powerlines down in roadway.
- Red Dog Road near Lyle White Memorial Drive CLOSED due to a tree across the road.
February 18, 2026 at 7:32 AM From Peardale-Chicago Park Fire PIO Daniel Ramey: It’s been a busy day in Nevada County and in communities up and down the state. Here are a few photos from the Peardale Chicago Park area. We would like to thank Cal OES for funding the increased staffing with a prepositioned Task Force of local fire engines. Having extra personnel and apparatus supporting our county is extremely helpful during these major weather events. Stay safe and enjoy the snow!
February 18, 2026 at 7:20 AM A not-so-smart driver went around the road closure at Norton Grade and is now stuck on the Rollins Lake Rd off ramp.
February 18, 2026 at 6:10 AM School closures are starting to come in.
February 18, 2026 at 6:00 AM No word yet from the schools.
February 18, 2026 at 5:49 AM The bridge on Hwy 20 and Mooney Flat Road is extremely icy, vehicles are sliding even at slow speeds.
February 18, 2026 at 5:23 AM A quick National Weather Service update: We are currently in a lull in activity with isolated and scattered snow in the mountains and foothills. Look for precipitation to move in and spread over the area later this afternoon and evening continuing into the overnight hours. Heaviest snowfall and isolated thunderstorms will be tonight and into tomorrow. Snow levels are around 1500-2500 feet.
February 18, 2026 at 5:19 AM Road conditions are extremely icy. On Hwy 49 between Grass Valley and Nevada City, chains or traction devices are required on all vehicles except four wheel/ all wheel drive vehicles with snow-tread tires on all four wheels. (Four wheel/all wheel drive vehicles must carry traction devices in chain control areas).
February 18, 2026 at 5:15 AM 4,750 customers are affected by 68 current PG&E power outages in Nevada County.
February 18, 2026 at 5:13 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 17, 2026 at 11:08 PM The six initially reported skiers who survived the avalanche have been successfully rescued this evening by search and rescue teams with varying injuries. Due to extreme weather conditions, it took several hours for rescue personnel to safely reach the skiers and transport them to safety where they were medically evaluated by Truckee Fire. Two of the six skiers have been transported to a hospital for treatment. The search is ongoing, pending weather conditions. It should be noted it was initially believed there were 16 total persons, but that number has been updated to reflect 15 people who actually went on the trip.
February 17, 2026 at 10:05 PM Solo vehicle accident on Kiwi Rd off Auburn Rd, car hit a pole and went into a ditch. Units arriving at scene.
February 17, 2026 at 9:19 PM The Truckee Courthouse will remain closed Wednesday February 18th, 2026, due to inclement weather and road conditions. Further updates for Nevada City Courthouse weather impacts may occur in the morning of February 18th.
February 17, 2026 at 9:16 PM Classes at Nevada City Ballet Academy are cancelled for Wednesday.
February 17, 2026 at 8:49 PM Sadly, Nevada County has reclaimed the top spot in statewide power outages. 10,516 customers are now out of power.
February 17, 2026 at 8:40 PM Power is out from Pleasant Valley Rd to North San Juan, affecting 1,168 customers.
February 17, 2026 at 8:18 PM Large outage again in Grass Valley down to Hwy 49 and McCourtney to East Bald Hill Rd. 1,515 customers affected.
February 17, 2026 at 8:04 PM Power outage on Idaho-Maryland, and in the vicinity of the airport. 303 customers affected.
February 17, 2026 at 6:50 PM Happy to report that Nevada County is no longer #1 on the list of counties with power outages. Calaveras (7,452 customers) and El Dorado (5,223 customers) are now leading the outage list. There are still 4,964 PG&E customers in Nevada County are still affected by 60 separate outages.
February 17, 2026 at 6:26 PM The Melo Plant Shop at 417 Broad Street in downtown Nevada City will be closed tomorrow due to weather.
February 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM Harmony Books in Nevada City has closed early today due to road conditions. We hope to be reopened tomorrow. Be safe out there!
February 17, 2026 at 4:34 PM Oak tree in the roadway on Hwy 49 at Oak Valley Rd.
February 17, 2026 at 4:08 PM A big rig is stuck on Brunswick rd at Towle Ln, the southbound lanes are blocked.
February 17, 2026 at 4:03 PM BroadStreet Financial Group will be closed tomorrow due to weather conditions. We hope the weather cooperates for us to open on Thursday.
February 17, 2026 at 3:53 PM A reader just notified us that North Bloomfield past Bernard is open again. PG&E crews are at scene, the lines are out of the roadway.
February 17, 2026 at 3:41 PM Non-injury accident on Brunswick Rd at Wood Rose Wy, vehicles are on the right hand side.
February 17, 2026 at 3:40 PM Latest updates on County-maintained road closures.
Our plow crews are working all routes; however, many roadways have been impacted by spun-out vehicles blocking access. Residents are strongly encouraged to stay home and avoid travel whenever possible. Driving is highly discouraged due to hazardous conditions.
- Banner Quaker Hill Road is CLOSED due to hazardous conditions.
- East Bennett CLOSED due to down tree and powerlines across road.
- Gracie Road between Big Blue and Kathryn Lane is CLOSED due to tree and powerlines down across road.
- North Bloomfield CLOSED north of Bernard Place. Powerlines down across road.
- Near 10844 Thomas Drive CLOSED due to tree across the road.
- Near 10864 Murchie Mine Road CLOSED due to a tree across the road.
- Red Dog Road near Lyle White Memorial Drive CLOSED due to a tree across the road.
February 17, 2026 at 3:06 PM Community Beyond Violence offices are closed for today. The 24 hr Crisis Line (530) 272-3467 is still operating.
February 17, 2026 at 2:49 PM Interfaith Food Ministry will be closed tomorrow for distribution.
February 17, 2026 at 2:46 PM A tractor-trailer is stuck in the snow on Loma Rica at Brunswick, the roadway is completely blocked.
February 17, 2026 at 2:43 PM Update from Chelsey for the fur families out there: Scraps Dog Bakery is closed today. We will try again tomorrow!
February 17, 2026 at 1:54 PM Accident on Banner Lava Cap at Old Tunnel Rd, no injuries reported.
February 17, 2026 at 1:53 PM The regular scheduled meeting of the Grass Valley Planning Commission for February 17th, 2026, at 6:00 pm has been postponed to Wednesday, February 25th, 2026, at 6:00 pm.
February 17, 2026 at 1:41 PM Reader Chris has identified and documented one of the reasons for the Peardale/Chicago Park outage. Tree across the lines on Crawford and Meadows End.
February 17, 2026 at 1:39 PM The Nevada County Sheriff’s Office along with our Nevada County Sheriff’s Search & Rescue team and allied agencies, are responding to a report of an avalanche in the Castle Peak area that occurred at approximately 11:30 am today. It has been reported that a group of back country skiers was involved in the incident, with several members of the party missing at this time. This is a developing incident, and we will provide further details as they become available.
February 17, 2026 at 1:35 PM Car stuck on Cooper Rd, unsurprisingly.
February 17, 2026 at 1:33 PM Update on Closures on County-maintained roads:
- Pasquale Road at Red Dog Road is OPEN into Cascade Shores (PG&E cleared powerlines and County road crews cleared the tree).
- Banner Quaker Hill Road remains CLOSED.
- East Bennett CLOSED due to down tree and powerlines across road.
- Gracie Road between Big Blue and Kathryn Lane is CLOSED due to tree and powerlines down across road.
- North Bloomfield CLOSED north of Bernard Place. Powerlines down across road.
County road crews are out in full force plowing County-maintained roads and clearing downed trees. Driving is highly discouraged due to hazardous conditions.
February 17, 2026 at 1:30 PM Tree down on Gracie Rd at Dorcelline Ct.
February 17, 2026 at 1:27 PM Quick update from the National Weather Service in Sacramento. We will see a brief break before more snow later today and Wednesday. Please make plans to get home safely and, if at all possible, work from home tomorrow. If you are a business or organization and have closures today or tomorrow, email us news@yubanet.com Stay safe everyone!
February 17, 2026 at 1:03 PM Vehicle off the roadway on Hwy 174 at Lazzarini Rd, car is not visible from the roadway.
February 17, 2026 at 12:46 PM Ecstatic Dance Nevada City @ Miners Foundry is cancelled this evening.
February 17, 2026 at 12:19 PM Car off the roadway on Hwy 49 at West Broad.
February 17, 2026 at 12:03 PM Warming resources: The Sierra Roots Emergency Warming Shelter is open through Wednesday. The Commons Resource Center is also open for residents experiencing homelessness who need to warm up and connect with services.
February 17, 2026 at 12:02 PM WM update: Due to inclement weather, the North San Juan and Washington Transfer Stations are currently closed. Service will be affected today due to unsafe conditions that prevent our drivers from operating. Our operations team is actively assessing the situation and will notify customers of any potential service interruptions for tomorrow as soon as more information becomes available.
February 17, 2026 at 12:01 PM Due to weather Clear Creek School will be releasing at 1pm. There will be no after school program today.
February 17, 2026 at 11:55 AM All County buildings and library branches in Nevada City, Grass Valley and Penn Valley will close at noon, Feb. 17 due to hazardous conditions EXCEPT the Eric Rood Government Center. Bear River Library branch in South County remains open. The Eric Rood Government Center will close at 3 p.m. Our regular Board meeting will continue as scheduled and can be watched live on our YouTube channel: Nevada County Board of Supervisors Meeting February 17, 2026. Public comment is available both in-person or by phone at 530-270-3474.
February 17, 2026 at 11:54 AM Bright Futures For Youth programs are all closed today. That would be the Friendship Club the Neo youth center and the Safe program.
February 17, 2026 at 11:47 AM Tree down on Tyler Foote and Fandor, units at scene.
February 17, 2026 at 11:43 AM Pasquale Rd will be closed at Red Dog due to down trees and power lines.
February 17, 2026 at 11:39 AM Trees and power lines in the roadway on Pasquale and Red Dog, units dispatched.
February 17, 2026 at 11:38 AM Semi stuck on Red Dog, the road is partially blocked.
February 17, 2026 at 11:35 AM Nevada City School District: Nevada City School District Families, Due to a shift in the storm this morning, the National Weather Service is advising that the safest window to release students is between 12:00–1:00 p.m. As a result, we will have an early dismissal today at 12:10 p.m. Please note that bus transportation will not be available this afternoon. Families will need to arrange pickup for students. Early pickup is allowed.
February 17, 2026 at 11:33 AM There are now 7,424 customers out of utility power in western Nevada County due to 25 outages.
February 17, 2026 at 11:31 AM Reader Zach reports: Tree down on Bennett just after the Durham bus depot.
February 17, 2026 at 11:17 AM The Nevada City Courthouse will close at noon due to weather and road conditions.
February 17, 2026 at 11:13 AM At the Gold Flat off ramp on Hwy 49, involuntary encounter of a Fedex truck and Caltrans plow, no injuries reported but one lane is blocked.
February 17, 2026 at 11:11 AM Peardale and Chicago Park, 2,116 customers out of power.
February 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM 1,287 customers are out of power in Grass Valley from West Main and Walsh to Ridge Road and Celesta Dr.
February 17, 2026 at 10:59 AM Power outage in Peardale, unknown extent.
February 17, 2026 at 10:52 AM Alta St in Grass Valley is being shut down due to icy conditions.
February 17, 2026 at 10:51 AM Wolf Mountain repeater is down, together with 1,515 customers along McCourtney and Wolf Rd.
February 17, 2026 at 10:47 AM 55 customers out on Cement Hill and Daisy Blue Mine, tree through the lines.
February 17, 2026 at 10:42 AM We’re experiencing intermittent loss of connectivity at YubaNet HQ, both AT&T Fiber and Race. We’ll continue to post as long as we’re online.
February 17, 2026 at 10:25 AM At least five cars stuck on Hwy 49 at Old Downieville Rd.
February 17, 2026 at 10:20 AM Power flickering at YubaNet HQ and the Lake Vera area.
February 17, 2026 at 10:17 AM Tesla slid off the roadway on Hwy 49 at West Broad St, southbound Hwy at the Dorsey on ramp another car is stuck.
February 17, 2026 at 10:15 AM School closure times:
Chicago Park 11:00
Penn Valley 12:00
Union Hill 12:30
NJUHSD 12:45
Grass Valley Schools 12:30
February 17, 2026 at 10:09 AM Car vs tree on Hwy 174 at Hill Dr, no injuries reported.
February 17, 2026 at 10:05 AM A bus is stuck on Nevada City Hwy, a car is stuck in the snow at the intersection of Coyote and Hwy 49.
February 17, 2026 at 9:52 AM FREED’s Grass Valley office is closed due to the weather. No meetings or groups will take place today. Staff who are able to work remotely will do so, and our Yuba City office is open.
February 17, 2026 at 9:46 AM Solo vehicle spin out on Hwy 174 at Rattlesnake Rd, the roadway is blocked.
February 17, 2026 at 9:44 AM The Grass Valley and Truckee offices of Alta California Regional Center are closed due to weather for Tuesday, February 17, 2026. ACRC employees who have power at their homes are working remotely today for client support.
February 17, 2026 at 9:43 AM Car is blocking the roadway on Cement Hill at Hwy 49.
February 17, 2026 at 9:36 AM All Nevada County Transit Services are Suspended Effective Immediately Due to Unsafe Snow Conditions. Please be advised that all Nevada County Connects and Now services are suspended effective immediately (9:15 AM). Please check back for updates on the resumption of service.
February 17, 2026 at 9:35 AM From a reader: This is Loma Rica right now. Avoid at all costs.
February 17, 2026 at 9:30 AM Now 1,800 customers out of power in Cascade Shores, North Bloomfield, along Hwy 20 and Banner.
February 17, 2026 at 9:18 AM 34 customers out of power at Red Dog and Edgewater Ct.
February 17, 2026 at 9:15 AM Nevada County Campus of Sierra College (located at 250 Sierra College Drive, Grass Valley) is closed due to weather for Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
February 17, 2026 at 9:12 AM From reader Linda, the intersection of Lake Vera and North Bloomfield is littered with cars off the roadway.
February 17, 2026 at 9:11 AM From Reader Eric: Avoid West Main St in Grass Valley. Gridlock and a stuck bus.
February 17, 2026 at 8:54 AM Spun out car blocking the off ramp on southbound Hwy 49 at Gold Flat.
February 17, 2026 at 8:53 AM Schools are working on a possible early end at noon. Stay tuned for details.
February 17, 2026 at 8:52 AM Traffic hazard, stuck semi on Hwy 174 east of Bass Trail.
February 17, 2026 at 8:51 AM 532 customers out in North Auburn, from Dry Creek to the Nevada County line.
February 17, 2026 at 8:50 AM Another 32 customers out along Scotts Flat Rd and Hwy 20.
February 17, 2026 at 8:49 AM Units at scene on Zion report communication lines only, no arcing, canceling incoming resources.
February 17, 2026 at 8:45 AM 216 customers out of power in the Little Town and up to Alleghany.
February 17, 2026 at 8:45 AM Power lines arcing on Zion St in Nevada City. One line reportedly down.
February 17, 2026 at 8:40 AM Three more cars off the roadway on Brunswick at Whispering Pines.
February 17, 2026 at 8:29 AM Cars going off the roadway at the Cedar Ridge Y, piling into each other. Units arriving at scene. If you don’t have to be on the road, consider staying put!
February 17, 2026 at 8:16 AM Car stuck on Brunswick at Lome Rica, units at scene.
February 17, 2026 at 8:01 AM Four to five vehicles have slid off the roadway on North Bloomfield between Hwy 49 and the intersection with Lake Vera/Purdon Rd.
February 17, 2026 at 8:00 AM Power outage affecting 608 PG&E customers in Sierra County from Downieville to Gold Lake Hwy. No estimated time of restoration.
February 17, 2026 at 7:57 AM Power outage affecting 186 PG&E customers in Cascade Shores. No estimated time of restoration.
February 17, 2026 at 7:55 AM Short weather update: 2500-3500 ft snow levels, lowering to 1500-2500 ft this morning and continuing through Saturday. As low as 1000 feet at times in the Sierra. Heaviest snowfall will be today, with 1-2 inch per hour snowfall rates (best chances over the Sierra). Total accumulations of up to a foot at 1500-2500 ft, 1 to 2 ft at 2500-3500 ft, and 4 to 8 ft above 3500 ft.
February 17, 2026 at 7:45 AM Hwy 174: Chains or traction devices are required on all vehicles except four wheel/ all wheel drive vehicles with snow-tread tires on all four wheels. (Four wheel/all wheel drive vehicles must carry traction devices in chain control areas). Thanks to reader Anthony for the heads up.
February 17, 2026 at 7:39 AM Non-injury accident, vehicle rollover, on North Bloomfield at Blue Tent. The roadway is blocked.
February 17, 2026 at 7:18 AM Oak tree in the roadway on Penn Valley Dr at Pheasant Ln.
February 17, 2026 at 6:57 AM From a reader: Rockslide on Moonshine Rd near the intersection with Hwy 49. One lane is blocked.
February 17, 2026 at 6:54 AM Camptonville School is closed today due to snow.
February 17, 2026 at 6:17 AM ALL Grass Valley School District schools are OPEN today, Tuesday, February 17.
February 17, 2026 at 6:16 AM Following an assessment of the weather and road conditions around the University of Nevada, Reno campus, all non-essential campus operations and in-person classes are suspended today, Tuesday, Feb. 17. All web and web-live classes, and remote operations will continue as scheduled.
February 17, 2026 at 6:06 AM Twin Ridges School District is closed. All other schools are open. Bus routes to higher elevations and on Hwy 49 past Newton Rd will be affected.
February 16, 2026 at 8:26 PM All westbound traffic on I-80 is being held at Stateline and Truckee.
February 16, 2026 at 8:03 PM All eastbound traffic on I-80 is being turned around at Colfax.
February 16, 2026 at 7:52 PM The Truckee Courthouse will be closed Tuesday February 17th, 2026, due to inclement weather. The County has closed all East County Buildings for the day as well. Further updates for Nevada City Courthouse weather impacts may occur in the morning of February 17th.
February 16, 2026 at 3:05 PM Hwy 49 is now closed at Marysville Rd towards Camptonville due to dropping snow levels, local traffic is still permitted.
February 16, 2026 at 1:20 PM A beagle is running around at the end of New Rome Rd, baying constantly. Very skittish, or maybe excited to have run away from home.
February 16, 2026 at 12:53 PM Non-injury accident on Alta Sierra Dr at Dog Bar. Two cars involved but the roadway is clear.
February 16, 2026 at 11:27 AM PG&E warning: Current weather forecasts indicate that extreme weather conditions are expected in the coming days. Similar storms in the past have caused outages lasting more than two days in the NEVADA CITY area. PG&E is mobilizing personnel ahead of this storm and we want you to be prepared too. Have your emergency supply kit ready to help you manage possible extended power outages. If you see a downed powerline, assume it is energized and extremely dangerous. Report immediately by calling 911.
February 16, 2026 at 10:46 AM Several cars are stuck a few miles in on Lowell Hill Rd at Mammoth Springs Rd in the Bear River canyon. Guess they didn’t check any weather forecast.
February 16, 2026 at 10:37 AM The National Weather Service in Sacramento has advised that snow levels have trended lower. Forecast snow amounts have increased slightly for western Nevada County. Below is a graph depicting the possibilities for the Grass Valley/Nevada City area. Expect several inches at a minimum, with 10 inches expected between later today and Thursday.
February 16, 2026 at 8:52 AM It’s snowing at the top of Banner Mountain, please be safe if you are on the roadways.
February 16, 2026 at 8:03 AM Car down the embankment on Hwy 20 near the Vista Point.
February 16, 2026 at 6:27 AM Hwy 20 is closed to through traffic from Nevada City to the junction of I-80. Hwy 49 at Newton, Pleasant Valley and Marysville roads is closed to through traffic. Local drivers should be prepared for winter conditions.
February 16, 2026 at 6:25 AM Today is a No Burn Day in all areas, the federal holidays rule applies.
February 15, 2026 at 10:15 PM Firefighters have knockdown on the trailer fire, they are now mopping up.
February 15, 2026 at 9:58 PM One trailer, fully involved, on Hwy 49 north of Oak Tree Rd. Units are at scene.
February 15, 2026 at 5:35 PM Beautiful white husky found on Old Downieville Highway approximately 15 minutes ago. Harness and collar, but no tags. Call D(530) 277-4111 if this is your pup.
February 15, 2026 at 12:30 PM Nevada County Consolidated Fire Chief Jason Robitaille provides this reassuring update: With the anticipated rain, snow and wind, Cal OES has approved my request to preposition a task force consisting of 6 engines effective from 0800 Monday through 0800 on Thursday (72 hours). With this addition, we will have a total of 21 staffed local government engines available (Peardale, Ophir Hill, NSJ, Grass Valley, NCC and Higgins).
February 15, 2026 at 12:21 PM Mardi Gras Parade in Nevada City starts at 1:00 pm. Bundle up, park at the Rood Center for free and stroll into town.
February 15, 2026 at 8:40 AM Significant Mountain Snow and Major Travel Impacts with Foothill Snow Through Midweek. Winter Storm Warning for the foothills and mountains from 10 PM Today – 10 PM Wednesday. Wind Advisory for the Sacramento Valley from 10 AM Monday – 10 PM Wednesday. Significant low elevation snow will lead to difficult travel conditions and icy or snow-covered roads.
February 15, 2026 at 7:42 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 14, 2026 at 6:11 PM Thanks to SYRCL for the drone footage of the Yuba River below Colgate Powerhouse and to Yuba Water Agency for the video footage of the area. Please, stay away from the incident site and out of the Yuba between Colgate Powerhouse and Englebright.
February 14, 2026 at 3:51 PM Sierra Roots will open the Sierra Roots Emergency Weather Shelter on Monday, February 16, Tuesday, February 17, and Wednesday, February 18, 2026, in response to forecasted conditions at or below 32 degrees.
February 14, 2026 at 3:06 PM An update from the NWS in Sacramento. Note the possibility of low snow.
February 14, 2026 at 3:01 PM Units at scene on Broad St can handle,canceling incoming engines.
February 14, 2026 at 2:56 PM Car vs pedestrian on Broad St at South Pine, units dispatched.
February 14, 2026 at 8:10 AM Coldest storm of the season brings widespread rain, gusty winds, isolated thunderstorms, and substantial mountain snow late Sunday through mid week. Major mountain travel impacts Monday through Wednesday, with snow accumulations down to the foothills.
February 14, 2026 at 6:37 AM Yuba Water urges people to stay out of the North and Middle Yuba River between New Colgate Powerhouse and Englebright Lake in the coming days due to potentially hazardous debris on the riverbank and in the river.
February 14, 2026 at 6:28 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 13, 2026 at 7:08 PM Sweet girl found on Ridge Rd in Pike near Studhorse around 5:30. Her collar says her name is Wyn-a-Bagel but Sierra City phone number is disconnected. Call (914) 772-5011 if she is yours.
February 13, 2026 at 6:38 PM An additional 1,583 customers are out of power in Grass Valley and Rough & Ready due to the damage to PG&E’s Colgate switching station south of Dobbins in Yuba County. Estimates for restoration for all 15,000+ customers range between now and 8:30 pm.
February 13, 2026 at 5:25 PM Paul with Nevada County OES shares some preparation tips and updates on the incoming winter storm (starting on Feb. 15 through the 19th)
February 13, 2026 at 5:08 PM Updates on the Colgate Powerhouse incident will be posted here: https://yubanet.com/regional/colgate-powerhouse-penstock-failure/
February 13, 2026 at 4:56 PM Update from PG&E: At about 3 p.m. on Feb. 13, more than 15,000 PG&E customers lost power after the failure of a non-PG&E penstock – a steeply angled water pipe that provides water to a powerhouse. The failure caused flooding of PG&E’s Colgate switching station south of Dobbins in Yuba County. Customers affected are in Nevada, Yuba, Sierra and Butte counties. Our crews are working to assess the situation and redirect power and have started restoring power to customers. We continue to evaluate the situation so we can restore more customers.
February 13, 2026 at 4:26 PM Units are securing the area and making sure all personnel are accounted for.
February 13, 2026 at 4:02 PM Unconfirmed report the burst pipe has a 26ft diameter. That would correspond to the tunnel from Bullards to the penstock pipe.
February 13, 2026 at 3:53 PM Helicopter is inbound to the Colgate incident. There are reports of smoke coming from the powerhouse. No flames visible. Additional swift water rescue teams are inbound.
February 13, 2026 at 3:44 PM There is no reported flooding danger for the area below Bullards.
February 13, 2026 at 3:33 PM The gate at Bullards has been shut off, Yuba Water will attempt to shut off the valve above the busted pipe.
February 13, 2026 at 3:29 PM Command post is being established at Lake Francis dam for the Colgate incident.
February 13, 2026 at 3:19 PM Numerous resources dispatched to the Colgate Powerhouse incident.
February 13, 2026 at 3:16 PM There are 4,045 customers affected by various large outages in Nevada County, 2,147 in Yuba County and 1,314 in Sierra County.
February 13, 2026 at 3:12 PM A burst pipe in the Colgate Powerhouse in the Dobbins area flooding the structure. Numerous units dispatched, possible entrapment. Also 923 customers out of power, unknown if related.
February 13, 2026 at 3:09 PM It’s been a while! 2,234 customers are out of utility power between Hwy 49 and Englebright. Includes portions of Lake Wildwood, Rough&Ready and the Jones Bar area.
February 13, 2026 at 9:24 AM Grass Valley City Manager Tim Kiser is moving on. Tim Kiser, who started as Grass Valley’s City’s Engineer, became Public Works Director and then City Manager since September 2017, has tendered his resignation.
February 13, 2026 at 6:44 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 12, 2026 at 8:43 PM Beale IC reports the patient has been transferred to the ambulance.
February 12, 2026 at 8:03 PM Beale IC reports the crews are hiking in towards the patient with guidance by H24.
February 12, 2026 at 7:57 PM Beale IC reports thelicopter H24 has located the subject, no additional resources needed.
February 12, 2026 at 7:51 PM Firefighters and SAR are in the Spenceville area, attempting to locate an injured person. CHP Helicopter is arriving overhead in the area of the Falls.
February 12, 2026 at 5:52 PM Canceling all the staged resources for the chimney fire.
February 12, 2026 at 5:48 PM First unit at scene on Delia Ct reports light smoke showing from the chimney, they’ll investigate. One more engine to continue in, all others to stage at their current location.
February 12, 2026 at 5:43 PM Reported residential structure fire, possible chimney fire, on Delia Ct in Grass Valley, units dispatched.
February 12, 2026 at 3:04 PM Car into a ditch on Bitney Springs Rd at Scarlett Oaks Rd, driver states they’re OK.
February 12, 2026 at 11:45 AM Suidae stroll alert: Two brown pigs in the roadway on Hwy 49 at Oak Valley Rd. You know what to do, aka slow down!
February 12, 2026 at 10:50 AM Dorsey IC reports the alarm went off due to a drill, all units are available.
February 12, 2026 at 10:49 AM Fire alarm sounding at the Dorsey Dr Crystal Ridge care center, units dispatched.
February 12, 2026 at 10:30 AM Car vs tree on Ridge Rd near Ridge Estates Rd, the roadway is partially blocked. Units at scene.
February 12, 2026 at 9:20 AM Non-injury accident, abandoned car high-centered on a rock, on Allison Ranch Rd at Mote Ln.
February 12, 2026 at 8:45 AM The Tahoe National Forest is planning a 38-acre pile burn today near Camptonville.
February 12, 2026 at 6:56 AM The NWS Sacramento confirms we’ll see a break in the weather for a couple of days. Here are some forecast notes for the morning:
- The next storm’s arrival has delayed again, with dry weather now expected through Sunday morning.
- The bulk of a cold, wet system begins Sunday PM, bringing Valley rain, mountain snow, and gusty southerly winds.
- Heaviest precipitation is still expected Monday and Tuesday next week.
- Confidence remains high for Moderate to Major snow impacts in the mountains with snow levels down to around 3000 feet early next week.
- There is still some uncertainty in the timing of this system and exactly how cold it will get, but there is a non-zero chance for some snow accumulations in the foothills.
February 12, 2026 at 6:39 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 11, 2026 at 5:54 PM Car into a ditch on Hwy 20 at Hammonton Smartsville Rd. Units dispatched. Pro tip: Slow down!
February 11, 2026 at 2:04 PM Two-car accident on Main St, units are at scene.
February 11, 2026 at 12:26 PM Non-injury accident on northbound Hwy 49 at the Hwy 174 on ramp. Two cars involved, both on the right hand side.
February 11, 2026 at 12:06 PM Car vs power pole, lines are down, on Hammonton-Smartsville Rd, near the Doolittle Gate. Units dispatched, with life/safety alert due to the down power lines.
February 11, 2026 at 6:42 AM Non-injury accident on southbound Hwy 49 just before Crestview Dr, the roadway is clear.
February 11, 2026 at 6:11 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 10, 2026 at 3:49 PM An apparently abandoned car is blocking the uphill lane on You Bet Rd near Red Dog.
February 10, 2026 at 2:45 PM Definitely a day for election news: Judge S. Robert Tice-Raskin filed for re-election to another six-year term on the Superior Court of Nevada County today. Judge Tice-Raskin was first elected in 2014.
February 10, 2026 at 2:20 PM Several VTOL (Vertical Take Off & Landing) are training over the Yuba and Nevada City.
February 10, 2026 at 12:09 PM It’s a day for announcements: Shauneen Gracey Announces Candidacy for Nevada County Treasurer-Tax Collector in June 2, 2026 Primary Election
February 10, 2026 at 11:41 AM Units at scene on Lindley Ave at Deer Creek Elementary report this is a false alarm, accidental activation. All incoming units are being canceled.
February 10, 2026 at 11:40 AM Fire alarm sounding at Deer Creek Elementary School, units arriving at scene.
February 10, 2026 at 11:22 AM Another election-related announce: Nevada County Treasurer-Tax Collector Michelle Bodley Announces Retirement; Endorses Shauneen Gracey as Successor.
February 10, 2026 at 11:16 AM Not unexpected: Mayor Adam Kline announces reelection bid for Nevada City City Council.
February 10, 2026 at 10:02 AM Somewhat breaking news: District 2 Supervisor Robb Tucker, after a little over a year in office, launches website announcing his run for Congress.
February 10, 2026 at 9:08 AM A thin, white dog is running in and out of the roadway on La Barr Meadows Rd near Dog Bar Rd. Please watch for the pup.
February 10, 2026 at 6:37 AM NWS brief update: Expecting Valley rain and mountain snow to move into the area throughout today. Heaviest precipitation, along with the best chances for isolated thunderstorms will be later this afternoon through the overnight hours. Precipitation continues Wednesday, then a break in activity on Thursday and Friday. A colder, wetter system looks to arrive Saturday, bringing renewed chances for mountain snow and Valley rain. Uncertainty remains high with this system, so expect timing and impacts to continue to fluctuate. Recent trends have delayed arrival of the next system until Saturday, as well as increased rain and mountain snow totals. Stay tuned for forecast updates.
February 10, 2026 at 6:21 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 9, 2026 at 7:40 PM Units at scene on Brewer report one vehicle in a ditch, they’ll be checking for injuries.
February 9, 2026 at 7:36 PM Single vehicle off the roadway on Brewer Rd at Nancy Wy, units dispatched.
February 9, 2026 at 5:51 PM One lane of westbound I-80 near Alta is open with traffic control and low speed only.
February 9, 2026 at 5:41 PM At least one cow is now on the loose on the shoulder. All units will be committed for at least an hour.
February 9, 2026 at 5:33 PM Animal control to respond, two cows have significant injuries, per CHP log.
February 9, 2026 at 5:27 PM Alta IC reports they have knockdown on the fire. The trailer is carrying cattle, 49 cows.
February 9, 2026 at 5:23 PM Units at scene on I-80 report the location as east of Alta, fire and smoke from the rear axles.
February 9, 2026 at 5:18 PM Reported semi trailer on fire, livestock on board, on westbound I-80 just west of Alta. Numerous units dispatched.
February 9, 2026 at 2:35 PM Active Weather Returns Tonight Through Wednesday; Colder, Wetter System Arrives This Weekend. A weather system will bring widespread showers, moderate mountain snow, and isolated thunderstorms late tonight into Wednesday. Thursday might be dry, then a colder and wetter system takes aim at our area. There is a chance of lower elevation (2,500-3,500 ft) snow, starting on Sunday. Details are still uncertain, stay tuned for updates.
February 9, 2026 at 2:28 PM Units at scene on Banner Lava Cap report the pole is now completely down and blocking one lane near Red Gate Road after a car vs pole accident. Comms lines only. Utility company has been notified
February 9, 2026 at 2:23 PM Low-leaning pole over Banner Lava Cap, with possible low-hanging power or communications lines. Units dispatched.
February 9, 2026 at 9:52 AM Heads up: Work begins on Hwy 49 Corridor Improvement Project between Allison Ranch Road/La Barr Meadows Road to the McKnight Way interchange in Grass Valley. Work during the day will take place off the highway along the shoulders and not anticipated to impact traffic. Work during the evenings will include various lane closures with one-way reversing traffic control and a pilot car from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. during the week and from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Sundays. More info here.
February 9, 2026 at 6:35 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 8, 2026 at 6:12 PM Iowa incident mopped up.
February 8, 2026 at 5:55 PM Reported vegetation fire, possible escaped burn pile, on Loma Rica Road near Iowa City. This will be the Iowa incident.
February 8, 2026 at 3:55 PM Olympia IC reports the smell appears to come from the oven and the hood. They have inspected the various appliances. No active fire.
February 8, 2026 at 3:25 PM Olympia IC is keeping two engines to check the building, releasing all others.
February 8, 2026 at 3:24 PM Accident on Hwy 49 at Nishenam Gulch, car vs guardrail. Units dispatched.
February 8, 2026 at 3:18 PM Units at scene on Olympia Park report nothing showing from the outside and the building appears evacuated.
February 8, 2026 at 3:15 PM Reported commercial structure fire on Olympia Park Drive, units dispatched. Smell of burning electrical reported.
February 8, 2026 at 2:39 PM No structure fire located in the Weimar area.
February 8, 2026 at 2:24 PM Reported residential structure fire near eastbound I-80 in Placer Hills. Units dispatched.
February 8, 2026 at 10:22 AM A pattern change begins today. Light rain showers and mountain snow showers today. Moderate rain and mountain snow begin Monday PM and continue through early Thursday morning, heaviest snow expected Tuesday. A Winter Weather Advisory remains in place for elevations above 5000 ft from 10pm Monday to 4pm Wednesday. 15-20% chance for thunderstorms overnight Tuesday into early Wednesday. Briefly dry weather Thursday into Friday morning. A new, colder system arrives late Friday and continues through the weekend.
February 8, 2026 at 7:24 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 7, 2026 at 5:37 PM Found kitty in The Cedars, very thin but very nice. She is inside now and being taken care of. Call 916-747-7051 if she is yours.
February 7, 2026 at 5:10 PM Units on Jones Ridge report they have located several trailers, none on fire. They are canceling all incoming units.
February 7, 2026 at 4:41 PM Reported camper trailer on fire on Jones Ridge Road, units dispatched.
February 7, 2026 at 2:17 PM NWS Update: The snow amounts have increased slightly since the previous forecast, and we have issued a Winter Weather Advisory for elevations above 5000 feet from Monday evening through Wednesday afternoon. Heaviest snow amounts are expected on Tuesday with this round.
February 7, 2026 at 1:52 PM Join hosts Sheila Cameron and Elisa Parker as they bring you tips for Valentine’s Day, preview some of the events happening this month and talk about all things made in the Sierra. As always, we welcome your feedback at engage@yubanet.com
February 7, 2026 at 1:21 PM Vehicle accident on Hwy 20 near Omega, units dispatched. Reported as a solo vehicle accident with multiple rollovers near Forest Service Rd 2015.
February 7, 2026 at 10:20 AM Firefighters have located the patient, releasing some of the resources dispatched.
February 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM Units are in the Scotts Flat Rd area, attempting to locate the patient, helicopter H24 has been requested to the area.
February 7, 2026 at 9:57 AM Medical rescue, units in the area of Hwy 20 and Willow Valley Road, for a person with possibly a broken leg on a trail. This is a mountain bike accident.
February 7, 2026 at 9:27 AM A pattern change arrives Sunday, bringing showers, mountain snow showers, locally breezy winds, and a gradual cooling trend through mid-week. Highest totals are forecasted in the northern Sacramento Valley, foothills, and mountains, and the bulk of the precipitation is expected Monday through Wednesday. Briefly dry conditions on Thursday, followed by a new, potentially wetter system late next week and through the weekend.
February 7, 2026 at 8:34 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 6, 2026 at 7:58 PM Your good news for the day: Nevada County Reads 2026 is officially underway. The full story, upcoming events and more can be found here.
February 6, 2026 at 4:30 PM Foote IC requests a second ground ambulance and cancels the air ambulance.
February 6, 2026 at 4:05 PM Accident on Tyler Foote at Ananda Way, two cars involved. Units dispatched.
February 6, 2026 at 7:50 AM NWS update: Pattern change will bring chances for showers, mountain snow showers, locally breezy winds and cooler temperatures Sunday through the middle of next week. Best precipitation chances are still expected across the northern Sacramento Valley, foothills and mountains. At this point, precipitation appears to remain north of I-80 Sunday-Monday AM, with mainly foothill and mountain showers on Monday.
February 6, 2026 at 12:41 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 5, 2026 at 4:24 PM Overturned vehicle at McKnight, units dispatched.
February 5, 2026 at 2:40 PM Lockdown has been lifted at Colfax High. Per PCSO:
At approximately 1:30 p.m., we received a report of a man possibly armed with a gun in the vicinity of Colfax Elementary. Our Colfax School Resource Officer was already on site when the call was received. Additional deputies responded immediately and secured both schools to ensure the safety of all students and staff.
Deputies conducted a thorough search of the schools and surrounding area, including the use of drones and CHP’s helicopter. No armed individual was located on either campus or in the immediate area.
Deputies will remain on scene during school pick-up to help ensure students and staff can leave safely.
February 5, 2026 at 2:33 PM Quick work by Grass Valley Fire on the car fire at the 76 station. Thanks to reader Ralph for the photo.
February 5, 2026 at 2:10 PM Colfax High School and Elementary School are in lockdown, per a reader. Suspicious person possibly carrying a firearm. All students are safe and accounted for. PCSO is conducting a search.
February 5, 2026 at 9:46 AM Firefighters in the area are calling this one ‘unable to locate’ after an extensive area check. They located one legal burn pile, no unattended fires.
February 5, 2026 at 9:41 AM So far, firefighters have been unable to locate any fire.
February 5, 2026 at 9:36 AM Firefighters are trying to make access to the reported fire from East Bennett, the fire appears to be located near Whispering Pines possibly.
February 5, 2026 at 9:28 AM Firefighters to check a reported control burn/burn pile in the Idaho-Maryland area.
February 5, 2026 at 8:58 AM A welcome update from the NWS in Sacramento: A pattern change will bring chances for Valley showers and mountain snow Sunday into the middle of next week. Best precipitation chances are still expected across the northern Sacramento Valley, foothills and mountains. However, precipitation amounts and exact timing are still uncertain.
February 5, 2026 at 7:04 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 4, 2026 at 9:16 PM Units have located a small burn pile, homeowner is extinguishing it now.
February 4, 2026 at 9:14 PM Units in the Ridge Road area are checking, so far nothing visible.
February 4, 2026 at 9:03 PM Now engines dispatched to check a reported control burn on Ridge Road in Nevada City. Nothing visible on the cameras.
February 4, 2026 at 8:56 PM Report of an explosion hard on Ridge Road, units dispatched.
February 4, 2026 at 10:23 AM Precautionary air ambulance to land at Oak Tree Park in North San Juan for a medical call.
February 4, 2026 at 10:13 AM Non-injury accident on southbound Hwy 49 at Lime Kiln Rd, the roadway is clear.
February 4, 2026 at 7:08 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 4, 2026 at 1:03 AM Firefighters have knockdown on the Madrone incident, very extensive overhaul needed.
February 4, 2026 at 12:38 AM No need to evacuate Brunswick Village, fire fighters are making good progress now.
February 4, 2026 at 12:33 AM Units are starting to make progress, solid water supply lines are established. Working on knockdown.
February 4, 2026 at 12:23 AM Madrone IC reports no need for any additional medic units.
February 4, 2026 at 12:22 AM Additional units arriving at the Madrone fire, some residents are evacuating.
February 4, 2026 at 12:20 AM Units have the all clear on the structure.
February 4, 2026 at 12:17 AM Madrone IC reports this is a working fire, incoming units to stage due to narrow access. IC is considering evacuations on Madrone.
February 4, 2026 at 12:16 AM First unit at scene on Madrone Way reports a fully involved structure.
February 4, 2026 at 12:12 AM Detached shed on fire on Madrone Way off Pampas Dr in the Brunswick area. Numerous units dispatched.
February 3, 2026 at 9:00 PM Reader Jennifer picked up the black dog with the orange harness, the pup is now safely at Sammie’s.
February 3, 2026 at 6:18 PM Per Grass Valley PD: The Grass Valley Police Department has been alerted to a report of a firearm being discharged during a dispute in the 300 block of Pleasant St in Grass Valley. Due to proximity, Mount Saint Mary’s and Bell Hill schools were placed on lockdown. At this time, there is no known threat to the schools or anyone in the immediate area and the schools have been released from lockdown. There are no known injuries to any involved persons. Patrol Officers and Detectives are working with witness statements to establish the facts of the incident.
February 3, 2026 at 5:36 PM Snafu on Dog Bar Road, according to reader Dave.
February 3, 2026 at 5:04 PM A black dog, looking lost, on Lower Rices Crossing, seen earlier on the Buttermilk Trail as well. The female dog is wearing and orange harness and appeared friendly.
February 3, 2026 at 4:25 PM Precautionary lockdown for Mount St. Mary’s Academy in Grass Valley as law enforcement is looking for a suspect.
February 3, 2026 at 3:20 PM Hwy 174 is open again.
February 3, 2026 at 2:45 PM Units at scene on Hwy 174 report three patients, apparently minor injuries only.
February 3, 2026 at 2:42 PM Accident on Hwy 174 at Empire Cross, no injuries reported. The roadway is partially blocked and units are arriving at scene.
February 3, 2026 at 1:22 PM NWS update: Dry weather prevails this week, with periods of morning fog and low clouds across portions of the Delta, Valley and lower foothills. Otherwise, near to above normal temperatures are expected. A pattern change may bring the potential for unsettled weather late this weekend into early next week. Stay tuned for additional information as specific details about timing and precipitation amounts remain uncertain.
February 3, 2026 at 8:16 AM NID snow survey shows snowpack at 47% of average, reservoir storage remains strong. Surveyors measured only 47 percent of the historical snowpack across NID’s five snow courses. The average snow water content was 9.5 inches. By comparison, the historical average water content is 20.2 inches.
February 3, 2026 at 6:37 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 2, 2026 at 8:09 PM Units at scene on Dog Bar and Mt. Olive can handle, releasing additional resources.
February 2, 2026 at 7:48 PM Accident on Dog Bar Rd at Mount Olive Rd, reported as a solo vehicle into a ditch. Units dispatched.
February 2, 2026 at 3:36 PM A person is “walking and dancing” in the middle of the roadway on Bitney Springs near Empress Rd. It is a beautiful day outside, but please be safe.
February 2, 2026 at 2:38 PM Non-injury accident on the 10000 block of North Bloomfield Road. The roadway is clear.
February 2, 2026 at 11:01 AM Reader Shelley is sharing this Happy February with all of us.
February 2, 2026 at 6:16 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 1, 2026 at 3:59 PM Heather IC reports the fire is contained.
February 1, 2026 at 3:37 PM Heather IC reports 1/4 acre in the brush, burning at a slow rate of spread. Crews have made access to the fire, requesting one additional engine and one additional crew.
February 1, 2026 at 3:27 PM Units are at scene of the Heather incident.
February 1, 2026 at 3:23 PM Firefighters in the Heather Glen area have eyes on a small, building column at the reported location.
February 1, 2026 at 3:19 PM Brush and railroad ties reportedly on fire just off Heather Glen Rd between Applegate and Heather Glen, units dispatched.
February 1, 2026 at 9:50 AM Units spoke to the homeowner who had a warming fire. Homeowner agredd to extinguish the fire, all units released.
February 1, 2026 at 9:35 AM Units in the area have located a burn pile on Bost Ave, attempting to make acces now.
February 1, 2026 at 9:30 AM Smoke check on Hollow Way in Nevada City. Units dispatched.
February 1, 2026 at 9:07 AM Yesterday’s ICE Out protest in Grass Valley captured by Drew Mazer.
February 1, 2026 at 5:42 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning. Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
February 1, 2026 at 5:40 AM You can find last month’s log here.