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April 30, 2026 at 6:40 PM Reader Peter’s kids found a bearded dragon in the Seven Hills School vicinity. Contact 530.913.9566 if your Pogona skipped out of the terrarium in the area.
April 30, 2026 at 5:33 PM Law enforcement has arrested the driver of a vehicle after a high-speed pursuit that started in Placer County and ended in Nevada City. No injuries to bystanders reported.
April 30, 2026 at 1:46 PM Gopher IC reports the fire is fully contained at 1.7 acres.
April 30, 2026 at 1:37 PM Wolf IC is releasing the medic unit, the roadway is clear.
April 30, 2026 at 1:16 PM Accident on Hwy 49 at Wolf Road, units dispatched.
April 30, 2026 at 12:39 PM Units at scene of the Gopher incident will be committed for approximately one hour for mop-up operations.
April 30, 2026 at 12:24 PM Forward progress stopped on the Gopher incident.
April 30, 2026 at 12:16 PM Firefighters are making good progress on the Gopher incident.
April 30, 2026 at 12:10 PM Gopher IC reports about 1 acre now in grass, additional resources are arriving at scene.
April 30, 2026 at 12:07 PM Additional units dispatched to the escaped burn pile on East Bald Hill Rd. Units at scene report 1/4-1/2 acre burning in grass at a slow rate of spread. This will be the Gopher incident.
April 30, 2026 at 11:54 AM Units dispatched for a debris check on Gopher and Bald Hill in the Higgins area.
April 30, 2026 at 10:04 AM The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit has announced effective at 8:00am, Friday, May 1, 2026, all hazard reduction burning will require a permit in Nevada, Yuba, Placer and Sierra Counties.
April 30, 2026 at 8:45 AM A Great Blue Heron stopped by, eye firmly on a nearby pond.
April 30, 2026 at 8:24 AM A sinkhole has developed on Brunswick Road near Loma Rica Drive. The roadway is partially blocked.
April 30, 2026 at 6:18 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.
April 29, 2026 at 8:25 PM Testing a new camera lens.
April 29, 2026 at 1:41 PM Accident on Hwy 49 at Alta Sierra Drive, units dispatched.
April 29, 2026 at 10:32 AM State Parks evaluated 128 proposed projects for more than $332.7 million in LWCF funding requests for the $42.6 million available in this application cycle. A total of 18 projects were funded, including $124,000 to Nevada City for a new 0.11-acre park to City of Nevada City, North Pine Pocket Park.
April 29, 2026 at 10:07 AM House finch update from reader Mike: She’s got her house in order. All four.
April 29, 2026 at 9:31 AM The second day of the Board of Supervisors budget workshop is now underway.
April 29, 2026 at 9:02 AM An oversized semi got stuck in a switchback on Rices Crossing Rd near Pleasant Valley. Another GPS fail?
April 29, 2026 at 8:08 AM CalFire will be burning piles again this week on the Daugherty Hill Wildlife Area near Marysville Rd. They’ll have signs up again on the road to give passing vehicles a heads up and there is no need to report the smoke.
April 29, 2026 at 8:00 AM Reader Mike shared this photo of a rainbow in south county after yesterday’s thunderstorm.
April 29, 2026 at 12:21 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.
April 28, 2026 at 6:32 PM While it was dumping buckets in Grass Valley, quite sunny here at YubaNet HQ.
April 28, 2026 at 5:52 PM Reader Roxann sent this video from the downpour near Union Hill School around 5 pm.
April 28, 2026 at 5:11 PM We are getting reader reports of a real downpour in Grass Valley. Reduce your speed and please turn your car’s headlights on!
April 28, 2026 at 3:51 PM A line of thunderstorms is pushing from the east, lingering showers are possible.
April 28, 2026 at 12:27 PM Confirmed false alarm at Eskaton, all units canceled.
April 28, 2026 at 12:25 PM Smoke alarm at Eskaton Village, units dispatched.
April 28, 2026 at 10:10 AM Bovine stroll alert: A calf is standing in the roadway on McCourtney Rd near Indian Springs.
April 28, 2026 at 9:53 AM Budget workshop at the Board of Supervisors.
April 28, 2026 at 8:14 AM Multiple trash cans in the roadway on Idaho-Maryland Rd near Banner Lava Cap. They’re supposed to be on the side of the road and are not known to wander by themselves.
April 28, 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.
April 27, 2026 at 2:51 PM A dog running in the roadway on Hwy 49 near Shoshoni Trail, the pup is running in and out of the roadway. Please use extreme caution in the area.
April 27, 2026 at 2:48 PM Units at scene have mitigated the smoke coming from the vehicle.
April 27, 2026 at 2:37 PM The southbound lane of Hwy 174 near Somerset Dr is blocked with emergency vehicles after a two or three-car vehicle accident.
April 27, 2026 at 1:37 PM In today’s unusual litter on the highway: A hot tub cover in the fast lane on southbound Hwy 49 near the Hwy 174 off ramp. So much to unpack in that log entry.
April 27, 2026 at 11:41 AM A quick catch up from the time capsule opening at Sierra College this weekend.
April 27, 2026 at 11:32 AM A brown long-haired dog is running in the roadway on the 12000 block of La Barr Meadows Rd, please watch for the pup.
April 27, 2026 at 7:40 AM NWS Sacramento update: A gradual warm up begins today, with temperatures increasing through the end of the week. Good, we’ll take it.
April 27, 2026 at 6:40 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.
April 26, 2026 at 12:05 PM Accident on Brewer Rd at Nancy Way, units are at scene. The roadway is clear.
April 26, 2026 at 8:58 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.
April 25, 2026 at 6:02 PM Units at scene on Johnson Place report a car broke the window and came partially through the wall.
April 25, 2026 at 5:49 PM Car partially into a storefront in the Trailblazers Pizza parking lot on Alta Sierra Dr and Johnson Place, units at scene report no injuries at this time.
April 25, 2026 at 4:03 PM Wolf IC reports no victims or patients located, canceling incoming units.
April 25, 2026 at 3:56 PM Solo vehicle accident on Wolf Rd, car flipped on its roof. Units dispatched.
April 25, 2026 at 8:07 AM Your NWS Sacramento weather forecast update: While the forecast for precipitation from today through Monday has trended slightly higher, there are not any impact changes based on the current forecast. Still expecting light precipitation focused over the northern Sacramento Valley, foothills, and mountains; light snow accumulations of a couple inches or less over the passes and at higher elevations. Breezy to gusty south to west winds also expected with this system. Thunderstorm chances on Monday have trended down to 10% or less everywhere, but chances remain around 15 to 30% in the northern Sacramento Valley, foothills, and mountains today and Sunday. Best chances between 1pm and 10pm. Cooler than normal temperatures this weekend, with a gradual warm up and drier weather expected throughout next week.
April 25, 2026 at 7:37 AM Caprine stroll alert: Goats in the roadway on Wolf Rd near Duggans. Slow down, because reportedly they are not moving aside.
April 25, 2026 at 7:36 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.
April 24, 2026 at 9:41 PM All fire and medic units have been released from the accident on Purdon.
April 24, 2026 at 9:37 PM The patient has been extricated and is being evaluated by medics.
April 24, 2026 at 9:31 PM Purdon IC reports they are working on extricating the patient.
April 24, 2026 at 9:21 PM Units are at scene on Purdon, extrication required. All units to continue in.
April 24, 2026 at 9:13 PM Solo vehicle accident, car vs tree down an embankment on Purdon Rd near Rector and Maize. Units dispatched for possible extrication.
April 24, 2026 at 4:20 PM Non-injury accident on Lazy Valley Rd at Penn Valley Dr, the roadway remains clear.
April 24, 2026 at 1:29 PM Accident on Boulder St. in Nevada City, units are at scene, reporting two patients being evaluated. The roadway is clear.
April 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM Hwy 49 one-way traffic operation near Old Downieville Hwy due to tree work.
April 24, 2026 at 9:56 AM Power outage affecting 55 PG&E customers in the Dog Bar Rd area on both sides of the Bear River. Trouble crew has been dispatched and the estimated time of restoration is 12:00 pm.
April 24, 2026 at 8:40 AM NWS Sacramento update: Dry weather remains for most of the day today, with a slight (up to 15%) chance for isolated thunderstorms. A system moving through California this weekend will bring increased thunderstorm chances, cooler temperatures, breezy to gusty south to west winds, and light precipitation (limited to the northern Sacramento Valley, foothills, and mountains.) Warmer and drier weather returns by mid-week, with a gradual warm up to slightly above normal temperatures by the end of the week.
April 24, 2026 at 6:33 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.
April 23, 2026 at 8:18 PM The two wayward escape artists from Alta Sierra are safely back with their humans. All is well.
April 23, 2026 at 5:52 PM Have you seen these pups? Two missing dogs in the Alta Sierra area. One is red/white male husky named Chewie. Other is a husky/Australian shepherd mix female named Bailey. Please call 530-277-6345 if you have seen them.
April 23, 2026 at 5:04 PM Trout IC reports they have extinguished the fire, they can handle with units at scene.
April 23, 2026 at 5:01 PM First unit at scene on Golden Trout reports smoke showing from the eaves, all resources to continue in.
April 23, 2026 at 4:56 PM Possible structure fire on Golden Trout Way in Lake Wildwood. Caller reports smoke coming from a window, units dispatched.
April 23, 2026 at 4:15 PM MAFFs tankers (Modular Air Fire Fighting Systems) and their lead planes are training in the American River Canyon near Blue Canyon.
April 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM The proverbial cat is out of the bag on the Fairgrounds big announce! The Nevada County Fair Expands To Two Weekends In 2027
April 23, 2026 at 3:09 PM Via Peardale Chicago Park Fire Department PIO Daniel Ramey: Peardale-Chicago Park Fire responded to rescue a patient who had fallen 20 feet from a tree in the area of You Bet Rd and Lost Lake Rd. Due to the nature of the injuries the patient was flown by helicopter to Sutter-Roseville trauma center. Thank you Ophir Hill Fire and Sierra Nevada Ambulance for assisting.
April 23, 2026 at 3:05 PM The two pups found on Saint Ledger Forest Road have been reunited with their humans. All is well.
April 23, 2026 at 2:02 PM Accident on Hwy 49 at the Dorsey Dr off ramp, units at scene and the ramp will be cleared shortly.
April 23, 2026 at 12:18 PM These sweet dogs showed up at a home on Saint Ledger Forest Road in Nevada City and they are safe. They have collars without tags on, please call 1-775-530-4295 if they are your pups.
April 23, 2026 at 12:09 PM The Hwy 174 pup is safely back with her human. All is well.
April 23, 2026 at 11:33 AM From a reader: This little lady just showed up on our doorstep a few minutes ago. She is pretty wet and muddy. She has a collar but no name tag or anything. She was wearing a pink diaper. Contact (714) 328-4905 if you are looking for her. We are near Hwy 174.
April 23, 2026 at 9:36 AM Accident on Pleasant Valley Rd near Biladeau Ln in Penn Valley, units dispatched.
April 23, 2026 at 8:15 AM US Fish & Game is on Quarterhorse Rd in south county for an enforcement operation. No danger to the public.
April 23, 2026 at 7:07 AM NWS update: Drier, warmer weather expected today and most of Friday. From Friday afternoon through early next week, there are chances for isolated thunderstorms. Best chances each day are in the mountains and northern Sacramento Valley. Saturday and Sunday also see a brief and quick cool down, along with chances for light mountain precipitation (minimal impacts expected).
April 23, 2026 at 6:18 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.
April 22, 2026 at 6:08 PM The Air Attack plane over Alderman Creek near Garden Bar Rd is on a training mission.
April 22, 2026 at 11:26 AM Non-injury accident on Meadow Dr at Rock Salt Way – WM vehicle vs junk removal vehicle. Junkyard wars, Nevada County style?
April 22, 2026 at 9:09 AM Accident on Lime Kiln Rd at Hwy 49, the roadway is clear.
April 22, 2026 at 6:54 AM NWS Sacramento update: Snow levels are currently around 4500-5500 feet, and after a push of precipitation this morning, rain and mountain snow will begin to taper off in the afternoon. Thursday and most of Friday see a return to drier and warmer weather. A weak system approaches this weekend, bringing light mountain showers as well as isolated thunderstorm chances (15-25% on Saturday) to the northern Sacramento Valley, foothills, and mountains.
April 21, 2026 at 5:03 PM Power lines across the roadway on Sugar Loaf Rd near McCourtney RD. Units dispatched.
April 21, 2026 at 4:52 PM A reminder, the League of Women Voters of Nevada County candidate forum for the Nevada City City Council is tonight at 6:00 pm at the Rood Center.
April 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM A Flood Advisory is in effect for portions of the southern Sacramento Valley, the northern San Joaquin Valley and adjacent Sierra foothills until 7:30 PM tonight. Latest radar and observations indicated heavy rain from thunderstorms.
April 21, 2026 at 1:05 PM Latest afternoon radar shows scattered showers across the area, with isolated thunderstorms developing across portions of the Valley. Precipitation is expected to continue through the rest of the day, with the potential for afternoon and evening thunderstorm development.
April 21, 2026 at 10:03 AM Hwy 20 from Vista Point/Washington Rd to the I-80 junction. 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).
April 21, 2026 at 9:42 AM Second solo vehicle accident on Hwy 49 near Newtown Rd, the roadway is clear again. Units are at scene.
April 21, 2026 at 9:22 AM Units are at scene of the accident near the South Yuba bridge, they’re reporting the vehicle is unoccupied. CHP and Caltrans are at scene. Units at scene will be committed for five minutes, all others can cancel.
April 21, 2026 at 9:11 AM Vehicle accident on Hwy 49 between Nishinam Gulch and the Yuba bridge, car overturned after hitting the guardrail. Units dispatched.
April 21, 2026 at 8:59 AM Watch for shoulder closure on eastbound Hwy 49 at Brunswick Rd for tree work.
April 21, 2026 at 8:36 AM This morning, CalFire is planning to begin burning several dozer piles on a portion Daugherty Hill Wildlife Area that runs adjacent to Marysville Rd. The goal is to burn during the day for the next three days, if the weather conditions continue to be favorable. There will be “Prescribed Burning” signs up along Marysville Road.
April 21, 2026 at 6:28 AM NWS Update: Heaviest rainfall outside of thunderstorms is anticipated this morning, followed by a brief lull in widespread activity for the Valley mid to late morning, with thunderstorm chances then increasing to around 30-40% for the afternoon and evening. As widespread precipitation dissipates by midday Wednesday, precipitation through the remainder of Wednesday will likely be confined to isolated light showers, with highest chances across the mountains.
April 20, 2026 at 9:05 PM Solo vehicle accident, car into a ditch on Deadman’s Flat Rd near Idlewild Dr.
April 20, 2026 at 8:42 PM McCourtney IC reports this is a fully involved travel trailer, not a commercial trailer. One engine to continue in, all others can cancel.
April 20, 2026 at 8:29 PM Fay IC confirms this is only a burnpile, all resources are canceled.
April 20, 2026 at 8:21 PM With the exception of one engine, all resources dispatched to the Fay incident are being released.
April 20, 2026 at 8:19 PM Units in the Fay Rd area are still attempting to find the exact location of the reported vegetation fire. There is a 20 by 20 burnpile north of the reported location.
April 20, 2026 at 8:16 PM Units in the area on Fay Rd report nothing visible, they’re investigating.
April 20, 2026 at 8:15 PM Commercial trailer on fire on McCourtney Rd near Perimeter Rd, units dispatched.
April 20, 2026 at 8:13 PM Report of a possible vegetation fire on Fay Rd in Alta Sierra, units dispatched.
April 20, 2026 at 4:06 PM The winter storm watch has been upgraded to a Winter Storm Warning from 2 am Tuesday, April 21 through 5 pm Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
April 20, 2026 at 3:15 PM Nevada City OES Fuels crew has repaired the suspension bridge on the Tribute Trail, the bridge is open again.
April 20, 2026 at 1:43 PM From a reader: My boy is still missing from the Dog Bar, Rattlesnake and Alta Sierra area. He’s a big neutered gray male about 17 pounds and 13 years old. He’s beautiful. He has silver tips on his paws and around his ears. We love him so much and miss him terribly and we believe he was chased by a predator and got out of his territory and can’t find his way back home. He is very loved here and very well cared for. We think maybe a kind person took him in thinking he might be a stray. He’s not. He’s our baby. My grandchildren are crying for him. I am crying for him if you’ve seen him or even think you have please call me at 530-277-3831 and thank you so much for your kindness and for being such a great community.
April 20, 2026 at 1:29 PM Thanks to reader Rob for contacting us out about an issue with the Angkula Seo suspension bridge on the Tribute Trail in Nevada City. We reached out to the Nevada City OES team and they’re on scene now. The bridge is closed temporarily.
April 20, 2026 at 9:13 AM Spring storm brings rain, mountain snow and thunderstorms through Wednesday. Periods of moderate rain/mountain snow are expected from this evening through Wednesday, with some heavy rain/mountain snow potential at times on Tuesday.
April 20, 2026 at 8:04 AM Vehicle accident on Dog Bar Rd near Lauren Ln, vehicle into the embankment. Units dispatched.
April 20, 2026 at 6:14 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.
April 19, 2026 at 6:30 PM Some photos of EarthFest in Nevada City. More posted here.
April 19, 2026 at 10:38 AM EarthFest in Nevada City today, 11am–3:30pm in the heart of downtown.
April 19, 2026 at 6:21 AM Reader Hindi visited Ananda’s Tulip Garden on Friday and sent us this photo of fringed tulips.
April 19, 2026 at 6:18 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.
April 18, 2026 at 4:05 PM Units at scene at Bridgeport advise the patient is at the kiosk and they can handle. Canceling all other resources.
April 18, 2026 at 4:03 PM Units are at scene at Bridgeport and the Buttermilk Trail.
April 18, 2026 at 3:55 PM Medical call on the Buttermilk Trail, units dispatched. Precautionary call for an air ambulance on standby.
April 18, 2026 at 3:21 PM Independence IC reports no medical need, all units are released.
April 18, 2026 at 3:12 PM Two patients are being evaluated by medics on the Indepence Trail.
April 18, 2026 at 3:02 PM Units at scene on the Independence Trail have made contact with a patient, canceling the incoming helicopter.
April 18, 2026 at 2:22 PM Forward progress has been stopped on the Harvey incident, resources will be committed about two hours. One water tender to continue in, all others can cancel.
April 18, 2026 at 2:18 PM Harvey IC reports 1/4 acre in light flashy fuels, burning at a slow rate of spread. No structures threatened at this time.
April 18, 2026 at 2:06 PM Reported possible vegetation fire on Harvey Rd off Countryside Ranch Rd in the Higgins area. Grass on fire between two houses. Units dispatched.
April 18, 2026 at 9:40 AM Short NWS Sacramento update: Light winds today become breezy on Sunday with generally above normal temperatures expected. The incoming system continues a slower approach, with precipitation onset for interior NorCal now anticipated on Monday. Periods of light to moderate rain, mountain snow, thunderstorms, and breezy southerly winds otherwise remain on track Monday-Wednesday.
April 18, 2026 at 8:13 AM Sheila and Elisa talk about opportunities to get vintage clothing and support local organizations at the same time, shout out to our local thrift and consignment stores, EarthFest in Nevada City, the Curious Forge and all their offerings and more.
April 18, 2026 at 7:30 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.
April 17, 2026 at 5:07 PM Units at scene on Terrapax report a 20 by 30 spot, forward progress has been stopped. One engine to continue in.
April 17, 2026 at 4:57 PM Escaped burn pile on Terrapax Pl near Jones Ridge Rd in the You Bet area, reported as approximately the size of a car. Units dispatched.
April 17, 2026 at 3:26 PM Hwy 49 at Coyote is clear again.
April 17, 2026 at 2:56 PM Multi-car collision on southbound Hwy 49 at Coyote St, there is debris all over the roadway but the cars are on the shoulder. Units are a scene.
April 17, 2026 at 2:56 PM The Mooney incident is fully contained at .78 acres.
April 17, 2026 at 1:16 PM Units at scene on Mooney Flat Rd are making good progress. Mooney IC report 1.29 acres, forward progress has been stopped. Units at scene will construct a handline around the timberpile and will remain committed for approximately two hours. They have a hoseline around it.
April 17, 2026 at 1:06 PM Reported vegetation fire on Mooney Flat Rd near Deer Creek Ranch Rd, units arriving at scene report 1/4 acre in the grass, burning at a slow rate of spread. All units dispatched to continue in.
April 17, 2026 at 10:41 AM From a reader: New additions to a goose family at Condon Park pond.
April 17, 2026 at 8:57 AM One-way traffic on Hwy 49 from Old Downieville Hwy to Old Downieville Hwy due to tree work and from Indian Flat Rd to John-Barley Corn Rd due to utility work. Expect delays and plan accordingly.
April 17, 2026 at 8:56 AM One-way traffic on Hwy 20 from Dow Rd to Steep Hill Rd due to tree work, scheduled until 5:30 pm today.
April 17, 2026 at 6:30 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.
April 17, 2026 at 1:21 AM Tree down across New Rome Rd off Lake Vera/Purdon, Public Works has been notified.
April 16, 2026 at 5:47 PM A small dog is running in the roadway on Ridge Rd near Bettcher Ct in Grass Valley, please watch for the pup.
April 16, 2026 at 4:59 PM Units at scene on East Main are checking one patient.
April 16, 2026 at 4:56 PM Accident on East Main at Sierra College Dr, car vs e-bike. Units dispatched.
April 16, 2026 at 1:32 PM The westbound lane of Hwy 20 near Rex Reservoir Rd is blocked, unknown why but we’ll take CHP’s log entry at their word.
April 16, 2026 at 12:04 PM Gas hazard, Hwy 49 and Kemper Rd in Auburn. Units at scene, the roadway is open.
April 16, 2026 at 10:48 AM Hwy 49 in Nevada County from Excelsior Ditch (Independence Trail) to Reader Ranch Road has one way traffic control in effect. Watch for workers on foot and expect delays until 6:00 pm.
April 16, 2026 at 10:20 AM Non-injury accident on Hwy 174 at Brunswick, units are at scene.
April 16, 2026 at 8:43 AM Tree down in the roadway on Clover Valley Rd in Alta Sierra, the roadway os blocked.
April 16, 2026 at 8:15 AM One non-injury accident and construction work (PG&E installing a new pole) are creating a traffic jam on Zion and Ridge Rd in Nevada City.
April 16, 2026 at 6:52 AM NWS update: Wind Advisory remains in effect till 11PM this evening for the Delta and Sacramento Valley. Sustained winds of 15-25mph, with gusts up to 40mph. Lingering breezy conditions Friday morning and afternoon. Dry conditions are expected through Sunday morning, with warming temperatures. A system moves in early next week bringing the potential for rain, isolated thunderstorms, breezy conditions, and mountain snow. At this time, there is uncertainty with the timing of impacts and amounts of precipitation. Cooler temperatures early to mid next week as the system moves through.
April 16, 2026 at 6:50 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.
April 15, 2026 at 5:42 PM This cat has been hanging out around the Lewis Road/Willow Valley area. Blue collar with a bell. Does anyone recognize it? Please contact 530-906-7269 if this is your cat.
April 15, 2026 at 5:16 PM Many thanks to reader Erin for capturing the origin of the traffic jam on Mill Street in Grass Valley. The goslings and their parents made it safely to the park with some help from Animal Control.
April 15, 2026 at 1:25 PM Due to a change in candidate availability, the League of Women Voters of Nevada County must cancel the candidate forum for California State Assembly District 1 that was scheduled for Thursday, April 23.
April 15, 2026 at 8:05 AM The City of Nevada City Fuels crew will be conducting pile burning at the old airport today starting at 9:00 am. Approximately 30 piles, that were constructed a year ago are planned to be burned. Smoke will be carefully monitored, and efforts will be taken to reduce impacts to communities. The goal of this pile burn is to decrease the existing fire hazard and to reduce the impact of future fires in the area.
April 15, 2026 at 6:52 AM So this happened overnight. Thankful to our neighbor for opening the road back up.
April 15, 2026 at 6:08 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.
April 14, 2026 at 5:41 PM Accident on Hwy 20 at Washington Rd, car off the roadway. No injuries reported.
April 14, 2026 at 4:35 PM From a reader: These two dogs have collars but no tags. Seem friendly. Seen on Timber Hills Rd. near Weimar Cross Rd in Placer Hills.
April 14, 2026 at 10:10 AM Nevada County is transitioning to a new opt-in alert and warning system, Nevada County Alerts, which will replace CodeRED. This platform will deliver critical information to residents during emergencies.
Nevada County residents can sign up for Nevada County Alerts by:
• Visiting ReadyNevadaCounty.org/EmergencyAlerts
• Calling 2-1-1 or 1-833-DIAL211 to receive assistance from a Connecting Point call agent
April 14, 2026 at 8:30 AM Bear Yuba Land Trust is conducting a pile burn at Wildflower Ridge Preserve along Ridge Road at the intersection of Rough & Ready Hwy in Grass Valley on Tuesday, April 14, between the hours of 9am and 12pm. Staff and volunteers are burning several small piles and will be onsite until the fires are completely out. Smoke may be visible from the surrounding area. Air quality concerns are minimal and forecasted to be favorable. Smoke will be carefully monitored, and efforts will be taken to reduce impacts to communities. The goal of this pile burn is to decrease the existing fire hazard and to prevent and reduce the impact of future fires in the area. Other benefits include enhancing wildlife habitat and reintroducing fire into a fire-adapted ecosystem.
April 14, 2026 at 6:48 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.
April 14, 2026 at 6:30 AM Power outage in the little town of Washington with 143 customers affected, no estimated time of restoration yet.
April 13, 2026 at 7:06 PM The earthquake felt in our area has been downgraded to a M 5.5. No damage reported in Nevada County.
April 13, 2026 at 6:37 PM Several aftershocks have registered on seismometers in the Silver Springs NV area, ranging from magnitude 2.8 to 3.6, no immediate damage reports.
April 13, 2026 at 6:34 PM The earthquake has been upgraded to a magnitude 5.7. If you felt it, report it to USGS.
Depth 10 km
20.4 km (12.7 mi) ESE of Silver Springs, Nevada
37.0 km (23.0 mi) SSE of Fernley, Nevada
67.5 km (41.9 mi) ESE of Sparks, Nevada
67.5 km (41.9 mi) ENE of Carson City, Nevada
69.3 km (43.0 mi) ESE of Spanish Springs, Nevada
April 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM Earthquake, initial magnitude 5.5 11 miles southeast of Silver Springs, Nevada.
April 13, 2026 at 1:40 PM Questions about a proposed Nevada County OES grant submittal and some answers. A $7 million grant application is a big project, so we looked into it.
April 13, 2026 at 9:04 AM This dog has been hanging out at the top of Summit Ridge Dr in Nevada City. He has no collar or tags. Recognize him?
April 13, 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.
April 12, 2026 at 9:21 PM Berryhill IC reports a malfunctioning alarm, no hazard. All units are being released.
April 12, 2026 at 9:17 PM Carbon monoxide alarm sounding at the Berryhill apartments in Gras Valley, units arriving at scene.
April 12, 2026 at 2:32 PM Firefighters have knockdown on the Banner incident, units at scene will remain committed for approximately one hour.
April 12, 2026 at 2:27 PM Banner IC is releasing some resources back to their respective stations.
April 12, 2026 at 2:21 PM Units at scene report a working fire in the interior, all units to continue in.
April 12, 2026 at 2:19 PM Units at scene on Banner Lava Cap report nothing showing, the first two engines to continue in, all others stage at their current locations.
April 12, 2026 at 2:17 PM The tornado warning for northwestern Butte County is canceled.
April 12, 2026 at 2:14 PM Reported structure fire on Banner Lava Cap Road near Madrone Way, units dispatched.
April 12, 2026 at 2:09 PM A Tornado Warning has been issued for the severe thunderstorm in southeastern Tehama and northwestern Butte counties. The Tornado Warning is in effect until 2:30 pm.
April 12, 2026 at 2:04 PM Reader Amy reports a new outage on Red Dog Road near Greenhorn Creek.
April 12, 2026 at 1:46 PM Power situation has improved slightly, 49 outages still affecting 913 PG&E customers in Nevada County.
April 12, 2026 at 1:44 PM A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for portions of Butte, Tehama and Glenn counties for 1″ hail, radar-indicated. Tornado possible.
April 12, 2026 at 12:26 PM A quick NWS update:
Active weather continues across the area today as an upper low moves overhead, bringing showers, heavy mountain snow, breezy winds, and thunderstorms to the area (25-40% probability). Latest radar imagery shows scattered showers and isolated thunderstorm activity through the Valley and foothills, with scattered snow in the mountains above 4000-5000 feet. Instability and shear profiles suggest the potential for isolated strong to severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Latest Hi-Res guidance shows a line of showers and thunderstorms moving across the area into early this afternoon, with the potential for additional thunderstorms the rest of the afternoon and evening hours. As the low pressure moves through, colder air shifts down, which could bring a slightly increased chance for cold air funnels to the area during the day on Sunday. Additional storm threats include 1+ inch hail, accumulating hail, strong winds, and localized flooding from heavy rain. Stay alert and stay prepared by having a way to receive watches, warnings, and statement this afternoon and evening.
Snow levels today will be around 4000-5000 feet, but could lower as low as 3500 feet in heavier convective showers. The heaviest snow is expected through this evening, with snowfall rates up to 1+ inch per hour. A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect for the northern Sierra and southern Cascades through 11 PM tonight. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches are expected above 4500 feet, with up to 18 inches at the highest peaks. Minor snowfall accumulations up to 1 to 3 inches down to 4000 feet. Wind gusts as high as 40 mph. Mountain travel could be very difficult to impossible.
April 12, 2026 at 10:15 AM PG&E trouble crews are out in force, they have restored approximately 1,300 since this morning. Still 1,068 customers affected by 51 outages.
April 12, 2026 at 10:06 AM An update on the shooting investigation in the Graniteville area.
April 12, 2026 at 9:17 AM Reported flooded basement on North Auburn St near Richardson St in Grass Valley, units dispatched.
April 12, 2026 at 8:49 AM Power has been restored to 87 customers above Lake of the Pines. Progress.
April 12, 2026 at 8:19 AM This morning’s NWS update:
- Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 11 PM PDT tonight. An additional 12 to 18 inches of snow above 4500 feet, 2 feet at the highest peaks, and 2-4 inches at 4000 feet are in the forecast. Highest snow totals expected south of I-80. Heaviest snow through this evening, with snowfall rates up to 1″ inch per hour.
- Thunderstorm chances for the entire area today, with the best timing for development this morning through the evening.
- Minor impacts expected across the area from rain, with minor nuisance flooding on roadways and in poor drainage areas are the biggest potential impacts.
- Lingering mountain snow showers Monday morning, with Minor impacts and little additional accumulations expected.
- Dry conditions on Tuesday, along with a warming trend through the rest of the work week.
- Slight chance for high elevation precipitation on Wednesday and Thursday, with little to no impacts expected at this time.
April 12, 2026 at 8:15 AM Sparking transformer on East Main St near Eureka St and Murphy in Grass Valley, units dispatched. PG&E has been notified.
April 12, 2026 at 7:58 AM Several cars are stuck in the snow on Hwy 20, some near Scotts Flat Rd, another at Omega. Emergency services and tow trucks have been dispatched.
April 12, 2026 at 7:44 AM Power outage update: 43 separate outages in Nevada County are affecting 2,362 PG&E customers. In PLacer County 1,671 customers are affected by 74 outages and one outage has left 608 customers in the dark. Trouble crews are assigned and will make repairs as conditions allow. There are no firm estimates of restoration yet.
April 12, 2026 at 12:20 AM Caltrans has closed eastbound Hwy 20 at Nevada St in Nevada City.
April 11, 2026 at 10:16 PM A reader from Manion off Greenhorn called, the snow is sticking. Same for the Peardale area, and of course Banner Mountain.
April 11, 2026 at 9:49 PM Electrical hazard, transformer arcing on Bitney Springs Rd, units dispatched.
April 11, 2026 at 9:16 PM Numerous reports of roadways flooding, including on I-80.
April 11, 2026 at 8:48 PM Reader report and canine confirmation from Upper Scotts Flat Rd: It’s snowing!
April 11, 2026 at 8:43 PM Car into the ditch on Combie near Hwy 49, party on the roof of the car. Units dispatched.
April 11, 2026 at 8:42 PM Oak tree down, blocking the westbound lane on Lime Kiln Rd near Old Pond.
April 11, 2026 at 8:34 PM Residential structure fire off McCourtney Rd, units dispatched.
April 11, 2026 at 8:32 PM Tree across the roadway, blocking all lanes on Keenan Way and Names Dr in Alta Sierra.
April 11, 2026 at 8:28 PM Found on Hwy 174, going uphill towards Colfax! No tags, but a total sweetheart. Contact 707-291-5185 if this is your pup.
April 11, 2026 at 8:26 PM Garage fire on Wilder has been extinguished.
April 11, 2026 at 8:26 PM Car into the creek on Hwy 49 and Pekolee Dr, units dispatched.
April 11, 2026 at 8:03 PM Residential structure fire on Wilder Lane in Peardale, units dispatched. Detached garage on fire.
April 11, 2026 at 7:58 PM Tree into a house on Tadpole Creek Rd off Hwy 49. Firefighters dispatched.
April 11, 2026 at 7:55 PM Lightning strike into a house on Placer Hills Rd.
April 11, 2026 at 7:54 PM Reported residential structure fire, gas line on fire affecting heater, water heater and wall in the Banner Lava Cap area. House is on fire now. Occupants evacuating the residence.
April 11, 2026 at 7:39 PM A total of 2,054 customers are now out of power due to 37 separate outages in Nevada County. Abundant lightning and rain continue over the area.
April 11, 2026 at 7:09 PM Additional outages now along Wolf Road and, you guessed it, Rough and Ready. Spare a thought for the first responders and the trouble crews out there.
April 11, 2026 at 7:04 PM A small white dog was seen running in the roadway on Nevada St near Washington St. Is your pup safe?
April 11, 2026 at 6:47 PM Flood Advisory In Effect Until Midnight Tonight.
WHAT: Urban and small stream flooding caused by heavy rain and thunderstorms.
WHERE: Portions of central and northern California, including the following counties, Placer, Amador, Butte, El Dorado, Nevada, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Sutter, Yolo and Yuba.
WHEN: Until midnight PDT tonight.
IMPACTS: Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Water over roadways.
April 11, 2026 at 6:42 PM Power outages are multiplying with the line of thunderstorms over the area. 87 PG&E customers between Brewer and East Hacienda, 1,287 customers in Grass Valley from Idaho-Maryland to Ridge Road, 19 along Hwy 20 and multiple smaller outages. Stay safe and stay indoors.
April 11, 2026 at 6:40 PM The Nevada County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the shooting reported just after noon today in the Graniteville Road area of Nevada City, as a homicide. One victim was located deceased at the scene. No suspect is in custody at this time. Detectives are actively processing the scene with assistance from Department of Justice.
April 11, 2026 at 5:41 PM The aftermath of the downstrike in Grass Valley, this pine tree was hit.
April 11, 2026 at 2:41 PM Lightning strike hit a power pole in Grass Valley near Litton Drive. Power outage reports re starting to trickle in, unrelated to the short blip a few minutes ago.
April 11, 2026 at 12:18 PM One-way traffic on Hwy 49 one mile before the South Yuba bridge due to the mud and rockslide. CHP at scene.
April 11, 2026 at 12:10 PM Fairly large boulders in the roadway on Hwy 49 1 mile north of the bridge on the South Yuba, the roadway is blocked. Forest Service and fire engines at scene.
April 11, 2026 at 8:10 AM The Nevada City Farmers Market is resuming summer hours and location: 8:30 am to 1:00 pm in downtown Nevada City on Union Street. Come and support local!
April 11, 2026 at 8:02 AM Non-injury accident on Hwy 174 at Greenhorn Access Rd, the southbound lane is partially blocked with debris. Units at scene.
April 11, 2026 at 7:01 AM NID will be lowering canals through Sunday, April 12th due to the storm.
April 11, 2026 at 6:54 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.
April 10, 2026 at 6:35 PM Accident on Hey 49 at the intersection of Alta Sierra Dr, the northbound lanes are blocked.
April 10, 2026 at 6:23 PM Units at scene on Sages Rd confirm these are power lines down across the roadway.
April 10, 2026 at 6:16 PM Reported power lines down on Sages Rd near Tyler Foote, units dispatched.
April 10, 2026 at 5:07 PM The Integrity spacecraft has splashed down safely in the Pacific.
April 10, 2026 at 3:50 PM In case you want to watch the crew of Artemis II come back to earth, here is the livestream from NASA. NASA’s Artemis II mission is splashing down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego at about 5:07 p.m. PDT.
Four astronauts — three from NASA and one from the CSA (Canadian Space Agency) — make up the Artemis II crew:
• NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman, Artemis II commander
• NASA astronaut Victor Glover, Artemis II pilot
• NASA astronaut Christina Koch, Artemis II mission specialist
• Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jeremy Hansen, Artemis II mission specialist
April 10, 2026 at 1:36 PM Non-injury accident on the corner of Hwy 49 and Lime Kiln Rd, the roadway is clear.
April 10, 2026 at 12:56 PM Solo vehicle spinout on Hwy 49 just past Gold Flat, units at scene report no injuries.
April 10, 2026 at 12:07 PM The Madelyn Helling Library is resuming normal operations, all fire units are clearing. It was a malfunctioning fire alarm panel.
April 10, 2026 at 11:52 AM Helling IC is keeping one engine at scene, all others are released. There will be no book burning today, or ever!
April 10, 2026 at 11:47 AM Helling IC requests all incoming units to stage at their current location. They are investigating the fire alarm at scene now.
April 10, 2026 at 11:42 AM Reported possible fire at the Helling Library, smoke coming from an electrical box, units dispatched. The library is being evacuated.
April 10, 2026 at 9:14 AM Units in the Foresthill Rd area have been unable to locate, there are several burn piles in the area.
April 10, 2026 at 9:11 AM Possible vegetation fire, lightning strike with tree on fire off Foresthill Road near the 23900 block(close to Mosquito Ridge Rd.) Units dispatched.
April 10, 2026 at 8:59 AM A Spring weather system will bring showers, mountain snow, gusty winds and thunderstorms through the weekend. High threat for strong to severe thunderstorms today; potential impacts include severe hail (1.00+inch), weak tornadoes or funnel clouds, brief heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds. Snow levels drop below pass levels over the weekend with significant snowfall and late season mountain travel impacts.
April 10, 2026 at 8:46 AM Reader Debbie’s view from their kitchen window this morning.
April 10, 2026 at 8:03 AM Severe Thunderstorm Warning for:
South central Plumas County
Eastern Butte County
Northeastern Yuba County in central California
Western Sierra County
North central Nevada County
A severe thunderstorm is located near Alleghany, or 9 miles southwest of Downieville, moving north at 25 mph.
April 10, 2026 at 7:38 AM Large branch across the westbound lane on Lewis Rd, units dispatched.
April 10, 2026 at 6:48 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.
April 9, 2026 at 2:15 PM Terra Fuego will add another 10 acres of prescribed burn at the end of Augustine Rd to their tasks today.
April 9, 2026 at 9:35 AM Learning from our readers about our amazing non-profits, artists and happenings. Starting to accumulate flyers, brochures in the community room at the Litton building.
April 9, 2026 at 7:00 AM It’s #LocalNewsDay – come join us. Today, please do one simple thing: Start Local. Read a story about your town, share a fact with a neighbor, and come see us at the Litton Building between 9 and noon. Also, thanks to the Nevada County Board of Supervisors for the resolution proclaiming April 9 as Local News Day in Nevada County.
April 9, 2026 at 6:58 AM Prescribed pile burning and broadcast burning will continue today on ~40 acres 3 miles northwest of Nevada City off of Augustine Rd and New Rome Rd. Terra Fuego Resource Foundation, in partnership with American Rivers, will continue implementing prescribed fire activities as part of the Hoyt-Purdon Fuel Reduction and Prescribed Fire Project. Resources include 12 firefighter crew (burn boss, firing boss, holding boss), 2 engines, two skid steer fire apparatus (300 gallons), one fire tender (2000 gallons), and water source pumped to snap tank for rapid refilling capabilities.
April 9, 2026 at 6:38 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.
April 8, 2026 at 8:49 PM A statement from Avery Li’s parents Melina Seeto & Nicholas Traugott: With all the gratitude our shattered hearts can muster we thank you.
April 8, 2026 at 8:48 PM Units at Backbone report this is a burnpile and has a line all the way around it.
April 8, 2026 at 8:21 PM Report of a possible tree on fire on Backbone Rd on the San Juan Ridge, units dispatched.
April 8, 2026 at 4:54 PM SpringFest at Bridgeport is being canceled due to inclement weather expected on Saturday.
April 8, 2026 at 9:38 AM Ignitions on the 40-acre prescribed burn 3 miles northwest of Nevada City off of Augustine Rd and New Rome Rd are slated to start between 10:30 and 11:00 am.
April 8, 2026 at 9:38 AM Vehicle vs tree on Hwy 49 near Moonshine Rd, units dispatched.
April 8, 2026 at 9:35 AM Reports of power restored in Rough & Ready, good news!
April 8, 2026 at 9:20 AM PG&E now reports 1,040 customers out on the circuit. Estimated time of restoration is 2:00 pm.
April 8, 2026 at 8:55 AM Reader Dave reports a power outage in Rough and Ready, again.
April 8, 2026 at 8:48 AM Terra Fuego Resource Foundation, in partnership with American Rivers, will continue implementing prescribed fire activities as part of the Hoyt-Purdon Fuel Reduction and Prescribed Fire Project. This week, prescribed pile burning and broadcast burning will occur on ~40 acres 3 miles northwest of Nevada City off of Augustine Rd and New Rome Rd. Prescribed fire activities are anticipated to occur over approximately 2 days, followed by a period of post-burn mop-up and monitoring to ensure fuels are extinguished. Operational periods are 9am to 8pm daily. Resources include 12 firefighter crew (burn boss, firing boss, holding boss), 2 engines, two skid steer fire apparatus (300 gallons), one fire tender (2000 gallons), and water source pumped to snap tank for rapid refilling capabilities. Smoke will be visible from the South Yuba River Canyon and adjacent rural roads.
April 8, 2026 at 8:29 AM NWS update: Latest precipitation totals have increased even more late week into the weekend, especially over the Sierra. Thunderstorms begin this afternoon, generally over the northern Sacramento Valley and surrounding mountains. The highest chances of thunderstorms (and potentially strongest) are expected on Thursday and Friday, most widespread Friday.
April 8, 2026 at 6:41 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.
April 7, 2026 at 6:01 PM Units on Combie are attempting to locate the reported accident, so far nothing found.
April 7, 2026 at 5:51 PM Accident on Combie Rd near West Hacienda, units dispatched.
April 7, 2026 at 5:01 PM A large black tote in the lanes on southbound Hwy 49 just south of Brunswick.
April 7, 2026 at 4:38 PM Paving operations on Hwy 174 from Somerset Dr to Brunswick Dr are running a tad slower than planned. One-way traffic still in effect for now.
April 7, 2026 at 1:36 PM Gunny is waiting to be picked up by his humans. All id well.
April 7, 2026 at 1:09 PM From a reader: Our dog Gunny is on the run in the Primrose Ln and Packard Dr area in Grass Valley.
If you see or find him, please call 530 388 8828 or 530 388 0855.
April 7, 2026 at 11:22 AM Public Works is grading the gravel portion of New Rome Rd, take it slow and watch for large equipment.
April 7, 2026 at 8:16 AM Units at scene can handle, medic to continue in, all others can cancel.
April 7, 2026 at 8:12 AM Accident on Brunswick drive, units dispatched.
April 7, 2026 at 6:58 AM NWS update: Latest precipitation totals have increased further Friday into the weekend, especially over the Sierra. Thunderstorms are in the forecast mid to early this weekend, with the highest chances for more widespread thunderstorms on Thursday and Friday. Thunderstorms will have potential for hail (up to 1″), funnel clouds/isolated weak tornadoes, brief heavy rainfall, and gusty winds. Snow levels are lowering below pass levels over the weekend, but details on snow amounts are still uncertain at this point.
April 7, 2026 at 6:38 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.
April 6, 2026 at 11:03 PM Banner IC reports two patients only, not three. Air ambulance is transporting one of the two patients. NID to be notified about the electrical vehicle partially over their ditch.
April 6, 2026 at 10:39 PM Banner IC reports three patients.
April 6, 2026 at 10:32 PM Air ambulances on order for the accident on Banner Lava Cap.
April 6, 2026 at 10:28 PM First unit at scene on Banner Lava Cap confirms a vehicle on fire, they are checking for any occupants.
April 6, 2026 at 10:26 PM Reported car vs tree and down the embankment on Banner Lava Cap Rd near Old Wood Rd. Callers report the car is now on fire, units dispatched.
April 6, 2026 at 4:08 PM Hwy 49 has been cleared, meaning the offending logs have been removed.
April 6, 2026 at 4:01 PM Two by four logs have taken up residence in the fast lane on southbound Hwy 49 at Gautier, use caution. Caltrans has been notified.
April 6, 2026 at 11:45 AM Firefighters are making progress on an escaped burn pile on Sylvan Rd in the Magra area.
April 6, 2026 at 8:17 AM The roadway is fully open again at the intersection of Sutton and Brunswick.
April 6, 2026 at 7:40 AM Accident on Sutton and Brunswick, units dispatched. The intersection is blocked by the three cars involved in the accident.
April 6, 2026 at 12:44 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.
April 5, 2026 at 5:55 PM Units in the Hwy 174 are are unable to locate any accident.
April 5, 2026 at 5:46 PM Motorcycle down on Hwy 174 at Powerline Rd, units dispatched.
April 5, 2026 at 5:21 PM Units at scene on Hwy 49 at Cherry Creek can handle.
April 5, 2026 at 5:12 PM Four-car accident on northbound Hwy 49 at Cherry Creek, units dispatched.
April 5, 2026 at 1:39 PM Power has been restored in GV and NSJ with the exception of one customer on Auburn St.
April 5, 2026 at 12:42 PM The Grass Valley circuit outage has been reduced to 2,525 customers in Grass Valley and along Hwy 49 and 174.
April 5, 2026 at 12:12 PM Rollins and Chicago Park areas, with Colfax on the other side of the Bear River, are able to watch the game as power has been restored. No such luck for 5,117 customers in the greater North San Juan and Grass Valley areas, not to mention everyone between McCourtney and Hwy 49. 4,350 in Placer County share your fate.
April 5, 2026 at 11:27 AM Power has been restored in Weimar and Placerhills, according to a reader.
April 5, 2026 at 11:21 AM Reports of blown transformers throughout the outage areas. No estimated time of restoration yet.
April 5, 2026 at 11:12 AM PG&E just updated the outage count: now 5,165 customers out in Nevada County from 16 outages. 2,041 in Grass Valley, 3,123 in North San Juan, along McCourtney and Wolf and Chicago Park/Rollins area. 11,030 in Placer County.
April 5, 2026 at 11:00 AM Now PG&E is reporting 3,864 customers out of power in Nevada County and 8,529 in Placer County.
April 5, 2026 at 10:59 AM Possible larger outage with reports of power outages in Grass Valley and along I-80 and Rollins as well.
April 5, 2026 at 10:55 AM Reader Bruce reports a power outage on Wolf Rd. The outage is affecting 372 PG&E customers. Waiting for PG&E to update their map.
April 5, 2026 at 9:57 AM A quiet morning so far, well done.
April 5, 2026 at 6:54 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.
April 4, 2026 at 2:11 PM Freeman IC reports sufficient resources at scene, air ambulance is inbound.
April 4, 2026 at 1:49 PM Per units at scene on Hwy 49 approximately 1 mile from North San Juan, three motorcycles involved. The roadway is now blocked with fire engines, NCSO or CHP requested for traffic control.
April 4, 2026 at 1:46 PM Precautionary air ambulance on order for the motorcycle accident on North San Juan, multiple riders involved.
April 4, 2026 at 1:38 PM Accident on Hwy 49 at Freeman St in North San Juan, units dispatched.
April 4, 2026 at 12:43 PM Rex IC reports forward progress stopped, they can handle with one additional engine.
April 4, 2026 at 12:32 PM Units at scene on Hwy 20 and Rex Reservoir report a 20 by 20 spot on the side of the road, all resources to continue in.
April 4, 2026 at 12:28 PM Firefighters to check a possible oversized burn/escaped pile on Hwy 20 near Rex Reservoir with spots across the roadway.
April 4, 2026 at 8:45 AM Quick NWS update: Above normal temperatures and areas of Minor HeatRisk continue through the weekend. Temperatures trend cooler early to mid-next week to more seasonable levels. An unsettled pattern mid to late week brings the potential for precipitation, mainly in the form of rain, with possible thunderstorms. Exact details remain uncertain at this time.
In other words, enjoy the weekend outdoors.
April 4, 2026 at 7:41 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.
April 3, 2026 at 8:57 PM Firefighters are resetting the alarm at the National, confirmed false alarm.
April 3, 2026 at 8:48 PM Units are at scene on Broad St at The National Exchange Hotel.
April 3, 2026 at 8:46 PM No emergency on the San Juan Ridge, all units are being canceled.
April 3, 2026 at 8:44 PM Fire alarm sounding at the National Hotel, units dispatched.
April 3, 2026 at 8:41 PM Both fire and law enforcement are in the Grizzly Hill area, attempting to locate any incident.
April 3, 2026 at 8:09 PM Firefighters will stage at Grizzly Hill and Tyler Foote Crossing on the San Juan Ridge. Law enforcement en route for shots fired.
April 3, 2026 at 7:25 PM Power has been restored in Lake Wildwood. Worth noting that at this time, there is no power outage in Nevada, Placer, Yuba or Sierra counties.
April 3, 2026 at 4:39 PM Restoration for the 127 PG&E customers in Lake Wildwood is now 11:59 pm. A tree fell into the lines and caused some significant damage.
April 3, 2026 at 2:20 PM This pup is hanging out on Tyler Foote, about one mile up from NSJ. She is currently at 530-444-0391.
April 3, 2026 at 12:58 PM Units at scene report the small spot has been extinguished by locals, they can handle with resources at scene.
April 3, 2026 at 12:57 PM Reported vegetation fire on Hwy 20 at Nevada St, units dispatched. Small roadside spot.
April 3, 2026 at 9:50 AM The unplanned outage in Lake Wildwood has been reduced to 127 customers.
April 3, 2026 at 9:35 AM Power outage affecting 1,168 PG&E customers in Lake Wildwood. Trouble crew has been dispatched.
April 3, 2026 at 7:57 AM One-way traffic operation on Hwy 49 from Old Downieville Hwy to Crooked Arrow Ln due to tree work until 5:30 pm.
April 3, 2026 at 6:18 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.
April 2, 2026 at 10:02 PM Power has been restored to the 648 PG&E customers.
April 2, 2026 at 8:03 PM Power outage affecting 648 customers from Byers Ln to Wolf Rd, estimated time of restoration is 1:00 am.
April 2, 2026 at 1:24 PM The car in the ditch on Wolf Rd is abandoned, possibly since last night.
April 2, 2026 at 1:05 PM Vehicle over the embankment on Wolf Rd, units dispatched.
April 2, 2026 at 7:08 AM NWS update: As the weather system quickly pushes eastward later today into Friday, breezy north-northeast winds are expected to develop today through Saturday morning. The strongest winds are anticipated on Friday along the Sierra and along and west of the Interstate 5 corridor in the Valley. Below normal temperatures today trend warmer Friday into the weekend as high pressure builds back into the region. Areas of Minor HeatRisk are expected in the Delta, Valley, and foothills.
April 2, 2026 at 6:10 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.
April 1, 2026 at 4:03 PM Oak tree down, blocking all lanes on Hwy 49 at Gautier Dr and the county line.
April 1, 2026 at 3:06 PM Current conditions at Soda Springs.
April 1, 2026 at 10:54 AM Yesterday’s wandering horse on the Ridge is back with her owner. All is well.
April 1, 2026 at 10:52 AM Solo vehicle accident on Rough and Ready Hwy near Cook Rd.
April 1, 2026 at 8:47 AM Pro tip (also a law): Turn your car’s headlights on when using your windshield wipers. It’ll increase visibility for everyone, including cars in front of you.
April 1, 2026 at 8:20 AM Car into a ditch on Hilltop Rd in Penn Valley, car appears abandoned.
April 1, 2026 at 6:42 AM NWS update: After a relative lull this morning, the next wave of moisture will introduce additional rain, mountain snow, and strong thunderstorm chances, along with gusty south-southwest winds throughout the day.
A northward shift in the weather system will see the majority of precipitation expected across the northern Sacramento Valley and along the mountains, with lighter amounts through the remainder of the Valley. Thunderstorms today will once again have potential for hail (up to 1″), funnel clouds/isolated weak tornadoes, brief heavy rainfall, and gusty winds. As the system rapidly departs the region through the end of the week, dry and breezy to locally gusty north-northeast winds are expected to follow, with Minor HeatRisk returning to the Delta, Valley, and foothills over the weekend.
April 1, 2026 at 6:28 AM Report of a tree down on Alta Sierra Dr near Ball Rd, Public Works has been notified.
April 1, 2026 at 6:15 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.
April 1, 2026 at 6:15 AM You can find last month’s log here.