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November 30, 2025 at 7:44 PM Ridge IC reports the fire appears contained to the flue, canceling some incoming resources.
November 30, 2025 at 7:41 PM First unit on Ridge Rd reports light smoke from the chimney, occupants are out of the house.
November 30, 2025 at 7:37 PM Chimney fire on Ridge Rd across from Echo Ridge Dr and Via Vista, units dispatched.
November 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM Light smoke throughout the structure on W Olympia, Olympia IC reports no extension to the attic. Releasing all resources with the exception of two engines for smoke removal.
November 30, 2025 at 6:57 PM First unit at scene on W Olympia reports nothing showing, they are investigating. Closest hydrant has been located.
November 30, 2025 at 6:53 PM Residential structure fire reported as a chimney fire, home is being evacuated, on West Olympia Dr across of Orchard Glen Way in the Brunswick Basin. Numerous units dispatched.
November 30, 2025 at 6:06 PM Bovine stroll alert, a cow on the right hand side on Rough and Ready Hwy between Hwy 20 and the Country Store.
November 30, 2025 at 8:00 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.
November 29, 2025 at 8:41 PM Accident on Lake Vera/Purdon Rd at Timm Lane, one pickup on its side in the westbound lane. Emergency services are at scene, the roadway should reopen shortly.
November 29, 2025 at 5:16 PM Firefighters have located a legal fire on Stanton Rd off Wolf Rd, the sound of an explosion due to a poorly planned fire start was heard in the vicinity. Canceling all units on standby.
November 29, 2025 at 5:11 PM Power outage affecting 22 customers along Big Oak Dr and Spenceville Rd, estimated time of restoration is 11:15 pm.
November 29, 2025 at 9:21 AM Firefighters have located multiple burn piles on a property on Secret Town Lane, they are making contact with the owner now.
November 29, 2025 at 8:55 AM Units dispatched to check a burn pile on Secret Town Lane. Today is a no burn day.
November 29, 2025 at 7:53 AM Today is a No Burn Day due to poor air mixing.
November 28, 2025 at 7:52 PM Car vs water box on Names Dr in Alta Sierra. Two homes without water, no human injuries reported.
November 28, 2025 at 2:21 PM Accident on Hwy 49 at Lime Kiln Rd, units dispatched. All lanes are blocked.
November 28, 2025 at 12:14 PM Pole falling down on Mustang Valley Place, sparking reported. Higgins Fire units dispatched.
November 28, 2025 at 12:06 PM The Country Christmas Faire is open all weekend long – photo gallery. Opening every day at 10 am – free parking and $5 gate admission. Go check it out.
November 28, 2025 at 11:55 AM Firefighters have contained the motorcycle fire.
November 28, 2025 at 11:51 AM Units at scene report one fully involved motorcycle, no threat to the surroundings. Two engines to continue in, all others can cancel.
November 28, 2025 at 11:45 AM Reported motorcycle on fire on Castaway Ct in Penn Valley, units dispatched.
November 28, 2025 at 11:23 AM Pro tip: The Transfer Station on McCourtney is open today (until 3 pm) and not busy at all.
November 28, 2025 at 8:30 AM The National Weather Service has canceled the dense fog advisory.
November 28, 2025 at 6:24 AM Today is a No Burn Day due to poor air mixing.
November 27, 2025 at 1:30 PM Dense Fog Advisory from 11/27/2025 10:00 PM to 11/28/2025 11:00 AM PST for Sierra, Placer County, CA, Nevada County, CA, Yuba County, CA, El Dorado County, CA.
November 27, 2025 at 9:57 AM Burn pile on a non-burn day on Hwy 49 in North San Juan, units dispatched. Let me take this opportunity to thank all the first responders, nurses, and everyone working on this holiday.
November 27, 2025 at 7:00 AM Today is a A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect through 11 AM PST for the Delta, Sacramento Valley and northern San Joaquin Valley for reduced visibilities from fog. Another round of fog development will be possible Friday morning as well. Dry and seasonable weather will continue over the next several days.
November 27, 2025 at 6:50 AM Today is a No Burn Day (that goes for the kitchen too 🙂
November 26, 2025 at 6:00 PM Dawn, the wayward pup, is safely back home. All is well.
November 26, 2025 at 5:16 PM Lost near Indian Springs Ranch Road and McCourtney in Grass Valley today. Female, tan, Shepherd-shaped, about 60 pounds. Her name is Dawn, gold chain with her human’s info. Please call 530-477-7858 if you see or have her.
November 26, 2025 at 3:53 PM Units at scene on Peoria report the pile has been extinguished, incoming units can cancel.
November 26, 2025 at 3:47 PM First units have arrived on Peoria Rd, attempting to make contact with the property owner.
November 26, 2025 at 3:40 PM Reported vegetation fire for an escaped burn pile (on a no burn day) on Peoria Rd near Coral Way in Browns Valley. Units dispatched.
November 26, 2025 at 3:17 PM Totally oblivious to today’s date 🙂
November 26, 2025 at 2:01 PM Accident at the Cedar Ridge Y, two cars involved, no injuries reported.
November 26, 2025 at 1:11 PM Accident on Timberwood Dr, near the Safeway on Brunswick Rd, units dispatched.
November 26, 2025 at 12:27 PM Guardian, the wayward pup, is back with his humans. All is well.
November 26, 2025 at 12:17 PM Units dispatched for a (small) gun/powder explosion, one precautionary air ambulance on order to land at Lions Lake.
November 26, 2025 at 11:49 AM Westbound Hwy 20 at Rex Reservoir closed due to a crash involving two big rigs. Motorists may experience delays and congestion in the area. Watch for emergency crews and equipment. Detour has been provided.
November 26, 2025 at 11:06 AM Accident, two semi trucks involved, on Hwy 20 near Rex Reservoir. Hwy 20 is closed with no estimated time of reopening. Hard closure at Brighton Street.
November 26, 2025 at 10:06 AM Missing Dog named Guardian. Please call 530 559-4630 if you see/have him. He went missing yesterday around the Rattlesnake/Brooks Rd area in Grass Valley. He is less than a year old, very friendly.
November 26, 2025 at 9:22 AM A load of concrete has spilled onto the roadway on McCourtney at Mill Street.
November 26, 2025 at 8:50 AM Units at scene on Pleasant Valley Rd report the fire is contained, canceling all incoming units.
November 26, 2025 at 8:47 AM Passenger vehicle fire on Pleasant Valley Road cross of Lake Wildwood Drive, units dispatched.
November 26, 2025 at 8:42 AM All emergency units have cleared from the accident near Mooney Flat, minor injuries reported only. Please, give yourself extra time to get to your destination safely.
November 26, 2025 at 8:09 AM Multi-car accident on Hwy 20 near Mooney Flat. Units at scene.
November 26, 2025 at 6:08 AM The Dense Fog Advisory now includes the northern Sacramento Valley and remains in effect through 11 AM for the rest of the Sacramento Valley, Delta, and northern San Joaquin Valley. Another round of fog will be possible once again tonight into Thursday morning. Dry and seasonable weather will continue for most of interior NorCal over the next several days, including Thanksgiving.
November 26, 2025 at 5:56 AM Today is a No Burn Day due to poor air quality (poor mixing.)
November 25, 2025 at 5:49 PM No fire located in the Dog Bar area.
November 25, 2025 at 5:10 PM Units have been dispatched to the Dog Bar area for a possible structure fire or large burn pile.
November 25, 2025 at 3:02 PM CodeRED Confirms Nationwide Cybersecurity Breach. It appears that the impacted dataset may contain contact information of OnSolve CodeRED users: name, address, email address, phone numbers, and/or associated passwords used to create user profiles for alerts. If the same password is used by users for any other personal or business accounts, those passwords should be changed immediately.
November 25, 2025 at 2:26 PM Live from the grocery runs: Not too crowded at your local grocery stores (not including big box stores) and no shortages of any traditional ingredients.
November 25, 2025 at 10:33 AM A reminder: Please be aware that all Nevada County Transit Services (Connects & Now) will be closed on Thurs. November 27th & Friday November 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday.
November 25, 2025 at 8:12 AM Hwy 49 is fully open again after the multi-car accident near Alta Sierra Drive.
November 25, 2025 at 7:46 AM Fire has reopened the northbound lanes of Hwy 49.
November 25, 2025 at 7:39 AM Alta IC reports a total of four patients, southbound Hwy 49 is shut down, one northbound lane of travel is open. Expect major delays. All patients are being transported by ground ambulances, air ambulances are unable to lift due to weather/fog.
November 25, 2025 at 7:29 AM Units at scene on Hwy 49 report now multiple vehicles involved, southbound lanes are completely blocked.
November 25, 2025 at 7:25 AM Additional resources dispatched to the accident near Alta Sierra Dr. Extrication required.
November 25, 2025 at 7:21 AM Report of a head on collision on Hwy 49 at Alta Sierra Drive. A total of three vehicles involved, the southbound lanes are blocked. Use extreme caution in the area.
November 25, 2025 at 6:27 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.
November 24, 2025 at 4:20 PM It’s up! In front of the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce, Robinson Enterprises staff were busy raising this year’s holiday tree, donated by Amber & George McKenzie on Banner Mountain. The tree is named Ruth, after Amber’s grandmother.
November 24, 2025 at 10:48 AM First unit at scene on Combie reports a three-car accident, minor injuries only.
November 24, 2025 at 10:44 AM Vehicle accident on Combie Rd near Cascade Crossing Rd, units dispatched.
November 24, 2025 at 10:40 AM Non-injury accident in front of Penn Valley Pharmacy on Pleasant Valley Rd.
November 24, 2025 at 8:01 AM Donkey stroll alert from reader Nancy: A donkey is walking along Tyler Foote near Ananda.
November 24, 2025 at 6:53 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.
November 23, 2025 at 4:29 PM All units have been released from the accident on Hwy 49 near Nishinam Gulch.
November 23, 2025 at 4:21 PM Air ambulance has lifted with one patient to a trauma center.
November 23, 2025 at 3:44 PM Second ambulance dispatched to the accident on Hwy 49 near Nishinam Gulch.
November 23, 2025 at 3:41 PM Accident, car vs motorcycle on Hwy 49 at Rush Creek. Precautionary air ambulance on order, units at scene.
November 23, 2025 at 3:10 PM Firefighters have located the reported burn pile on Salmon Mine Rd.
November 23, 2025 at 3:02 PM Firefighters are in the Badger Hill area, they’re attempting to locate the reported pile.
November 23, 2025 at 2:46 PM Firefighters to check on a burn pile with possibly plastic or trash burning, in the Badger Hill Rd area on the San Juan Ridge.
November 23, 2025 at 8:27 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.
November 22, 2025 at 2:18 PM Motorcycle accident on Idaho-Maryland Rd at Centennial Dr. Units dispatched.
November 22, 2025 at 10:16 AM Firefighters are starting ignition on piles at Loma Rica Rd near Marysville Rd in Yuba County.
November 22, 2025 at 10:14 AM NWS Sacramento update: Dry conditions prevails through next week, with seasonable temperatures and morning Valley/Delta fog. Locally breezy north to east winds are anticipated at times during the overnight and early morning hours. Potentially unsettled weather returns late next week into next weekend, but confidence is low as specific details are uncertain.
November 22, 2025 at 10:04 AM Last day to take the Thanksgiving Poll – will naps win over watching a game? Are mashed potatoes still everyone’s favorite side dish? Let us know.
November 22, 2025 at 8:24 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.
November 21, 2025 at 5:14 PM Lobo IC reports three patients and the roadway is blocked.
November 21, 2025 at 5:04 PM Accident on Bitney Springs at Lone Lobo Trail, units dispatched.
November 21, 2025 at 3:02 PM Brunswick Dr near Hwy 174 is partially blocked due to a broken-down vehicle.
November 21, 2025 at 2:57 PM Traffic hazard on Hwy 49 at Alta Sierra Dr, use caution in the area.
November 21, 2025 at 9:37 AM All fire units are released from the accident on Hwy 20 past South Ponderosa. The roadway is still blocked.
November 21, 2025 at 8:28 AM Rex IC reports all lanes are blocked. CHP has issued an alert for eastbound Hwy 20. There is no detour and no estimate of reopening the roadway. Air ambulance is inbound to Western Gateway Park.
November 21, 2025 at 8:14 AM Rex IC reports a total of six patients. All lanes are blocked.
November 21, 2025 at 8:11 AM Units at scene requesting an additional ambulance to the incident.
November 21, 2025 at 8:07 AM Units at scene report three vehicles total, one semi and two passenger cars. One air ambulance requested.
November 21, 2025 at 8:01 AM Car vs semi on eastbound Hwy 20 at the South Ponderosa overcrossing. The car is reportedly stuck under the semi. Numerous units dispatched.
November 21, 2025 at 7:15 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.
November 20, 2025 at 8:38 PM Tree across all lanes on Indian Springs Rd at Long Valley Rd. Fire is at scene.
November 20, 2025 at 10:36 AM Heads up. Nevada City: E Broad St Road Closure Planned Nov 24-25. A detour is in place.
November 20, 2025 at 8:03 AM The NWS update promises a dry spell ahead: A weather system continues to bring light showers across the area early this morning. Showers will gradually diminish in the afternoon and early evening. A few light showers may linger over the Sierra south of I-80 into early Friday morning. Otherwise, dry weather returns Friday through next week with locally breezy north to east winds Friday into Saturday morning. Dry weather and seasonable temperatures expected for Thanksgiving Day.
November 20, 2025 at 7:29 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.
November 19, 2025 at 6:32 PM Accident on Hwy 20 at Rough and Ready Hwy, units are at scene. The eastbound lanes of Hwy 20 will be cleared shortly.
November 19, 2025 at 3:22 PM Accident on Hwy 49 near Uren Street, two cars involved, the roadway is clear.
November 19, 2025 at 12:34 PM False alarm confirmed at the Gold Country Senior Center. Steam fro the dishwasher (again). All units available, one engine will assist with resetting the alarm.
November 19, 2025 at 12:33 PM First unit at scene on Hwy 174 at Gold Country Services report no audible alarm, nothing showing. They’re investigating.
November 19, 2025 at 12:30 PM Smoke alarm going off at the Gold Country Senior Services building on Hwy 174, units dispatched to check it out.
November 19, 2025 at 10:43 AM Nevada County is one of twelve counties and six cities in California impacted by a recent CodeRED outage. The interruption does not impact 9-1-1 services. In the event of an emergency, wireless alerts, radio and broadcast notification, County, OES and Sheriff’s platforms, local media and hi-lo sirens will alert you.
November 19, 2025 at 9:57 AM The Tahoe National Forest has begun ignition on 25 acres of pile burning in the Camptonville area.
November 19, 2025 at 7:48 AM A large branch is in the middle of the roadway between Personeni and Empress on Bitney Springs Rd.
November 19, 2025 at 7:08 AM The National Weather Service in Sacramento has this outlook for the coming days: Today will mostly be dry, but precipitation will briefly return this evening and into Thursday. Some light rain and snow showers may linger into early Friday morning. Drier, warmer weather returns this weekend and into much of next week. While it’s a ways out, we’re keeping an eye on the next potential system, which could come at the end of this month/the beginning of December. Details will follow as we get closer.
November 19, 2025 at 12:28 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.
November 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM Non-injury accident on North Bloomfield at Bush Rd, the roadway is clear.
November 18, 2025 at 1:23 PM Two dogs are running in the roadway on the 10000 block of Red Dog Road. Neither dog is red, one’s a German Shepherd, the other one is brown.
November 18, 2025 at 11:12 AM Public Health Alert: Infant Botulism Outbreak Linked to ByHeart Infant Formula. CDPH and federal officials strongly advise caregivers to stop using ByHeart formula immediately and seek medical care if infants show signs of botulism.
November 18, 2025 at 10:59 AM Vehicle accident on Ridge Rd across of Manzanita Dr in Grass Valley, units dispatched.
November 18, 2025 at 10:58 AM Goat in the road alert! A mid-size brown and black goat is ambling in the roadway on the 13000 block of Bitey Springs. USe caution and watch for the ungulate.
November 18, 2025 at 7:41 AM The NWS Sacramento update: Dry weather today through Wednesday morning. There’s some potential for reduced visibilities in the Valley overnight tonight and into early Wednesday morning, though it will likely be patchy, rather than widespread. Wednesday afternoon and evening we’ll start to see light rain and mountain snow showers spreading across interior NorCal, confidence is increasing in a minimally impactful system. Precipitation will continue through Friday. This coming weekend will have much drier weather than we’ve seen of late, and it should last into early next week.
November 18, 2025 at 7:33 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.
November 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM An update from Peardale Chicago Park Fire about yesterday’s structure fire on Justice Court: Yesterday, Peardale Chicago Park Fire was dispatched to a residential structure fire in the area of Justice Court. Units arrived on scene to find a two-story residential structure with heavy smoke coming from the windows and eaves of the garage. Fire crews also were given information from dispatch of a possible rescue of an occupant inside the home. Firefighters made access to the home and removed one victim, and quickly got knock down on the fire. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. One patient was evaluated by Sierra Nevada Ambulance. We would like to think Ophir Hill Fire, Grass Valley Fire, Nevada County Consolidated Fire, CAL FIRE, Sierra Nevada Ambulance, and Nevada County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance with this incident.
November 17, 2025 at 2:53 PM A pup on Newtown Rd near Brannon Ct is unwilling to let passersby approach. Animal Control has been notified to save the scared pup from passing cars.
November 17, 2025 at 1:28 PM In personal news, California Organics baked the first batch of pumpkin pies of the season and we felt the need to do quality control. They are amazing!
November 17, 2025 at 1:27 PM Traffic hazard on Cement Hill Rd at Wet Hill Rd in Nevada City.
November 17, 2025 at 12:21 PM Units at scene on Hwy 174 report one patient, assessing for injuries. One lane is blocked.
November 17, 2025 at 12:12 PM Vehicle accident on Hwy 174 at White Oak Dr, vehicle rollover, possible extrication required. Units arriving at scene.
November 17, 2025 at 8:38 AM Time for the annual Thanksgiving poll! Will mashed potatoes take the crown as the “must have” or will the green bean casserole make a comeback? Let us know.
November 17, 2025 at 7:17 AM It’s a day to stay inside! Reader Michael remodeled a kitchen a year ago and put in these cubbies that contractors call Appliance Garages. The owner took in a couple of stray cats also. It seems that everyone enjoys the remodel, including Batman the cat.
November 17, 2025 at 7:14 AM NWS update: Our Winter Weather Advisory remains in place through 4pm this afternoon. Precipitation continues this morning and throughout today, tapering off in the afternoon and evening. Chances for thunderstorms occur this afternoon. Briefly dry weather expected Tuesday into Wednesday.
November 17, 2025 at 7:06 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.
November 16, 2025 at 2:07 PM Wild IC reports minor injuries only to one patient.
November 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM Vehicle accident on westbound Hwy 20 at Wild Turkey Ln, units dispatched. Rollover with possible extrication required.
November 16, 2025 at 1:54 PM Firefighters have knockdown on the fire on Justice Ct, it was contained to a car in the garage.
November 16, 2025 at 1:35 PM Tree down in the westbound lane on Wolf Rd near Hwy 49
November 16, 2025 at 1:30 PM Reported residential structure fire (garage on fire) in the Peardale Chicago Park area on Justice Ct off Avelina Wy, units dispatched. Units to stage due to life/safety hazards.
November 16, 2025 at 12:56 PM It’s a quiet day out there, besides the spinouts etc on I-80 and a reade report of multiple rocks in the roadway on Hwy 49 near the South Yuba River.
November 16, 2025 at 8:16 AM Car spun out on southbound Hwy 49 at Gautier, the roadway is clear.
November 16, 2025 at 7:35 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.
November 15, 2025 at 8:01 PM The roadway is clear again on Pleasant Valley.
November 15, 2025 at 7:52 PM Commercial IC reports one patient only, releasing one of the engines shortly.
November 15, 2025 at 7:32 PM Units at scene report the northbound lane of Pleasant Valley is blocked.
November 15, 2025 at 7:27 PM Accident on Pleasant Valley Rd and Commercial Ave, at the Gateway Center. Units dispatched.
November 15, 2025 at 2:42 PM NWS update: They issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the Sierra and southern Cascades for elevations above 6000 feet, beginning tonight 10 PM tonight through 4 PM Monday November 17. Our forecast is 4 to 10 inches of snow above 6000 feet; 1-2 feet of snow at the highest peaks. Wind gusts from south to southwest up to 40 mph, snow levels start at 8000 feet tonight, lowering to 5500-6000 feet Monday morning.
November 15, 2025 at 1:39 PM Units at scene on Lake Wildwood Dr can handle, canceling incoming engines.
November 15, 2025 at 1:36 PM Reported gas hazard on Lake Wildwood Dr, units are at scene and will investigate.
November 15, 2025 at 11:52 AM A quick NWS Sacramento update: Conditions will be dry a little longer this morning, but we’ll slowly start to see showers moving over the area throughout the day. Minimal impacts are expected. A colder system moves through Sunday afternoon into Monday, bringing more widespread rain and snow along with breezy to gusty southerly winds. Some isolated thunderstorm chances remain on Monday. Drier conditions Tuesday into Wednesday. Impacts for the Wednesday-Friday system have increased, though there’s still a decent amount of uncertainty in the forecast, so confidence is low.
November 15, 2025 at 7:21 AM A car spun out on the 14000 block of Banner Lava Cap Rd and is now abandoned on someone’s property.
November 15, 2025 at 6:36 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.
November 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM The opening reception of Artists’ Studio in the Foothills (ASiF) 2025 Smallworks Holiday Show is underway until 7 pm. Open gallery hours are Thursday through Saturday 11am – 4pm at 940 Idaho Maryland Road in Grass Valley.
November 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM Accident on eastbound Hwy 20 at West Empire, the slow lane is blocked. Units are arriving at scene.
November 14, 2025 at 2:34 PM Accident on Hwy 49, car into a ditch, half a mile from Newtown Rd.
November 14, 2025 at 2:25 PM Dorsey IC reports the slow lane is blocked with one of the cars involved.
November 14, 2025 at 2:22 PM Two-car accident on southbound Hwy 49 at Dorsey Dr, units are at scene.
November 14, 2025 at 12:05 PM Effective Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 8:00 AM residential burn permits in Nevada, Yuba, Placer and Sierra Counties may no longer be required. CAL FIRE Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit Chief Brian Estes advises residents they may begin open burning on permissible burn days.
November 14, 2025 at 10:41 AM Two large dogs are running in the roadway on Hwy 20 just east of Rough & Ready Hwy. Use caution in the area, the pups reportedly are darting across the roadway.
November 14, 2025 at 9:23 AM Enjoy the break in precip. According to the National Weather Service in Sacramento, rain showers and light, high elevation snow picking back up early on Saturday, though impacts are expected to be minimal through Sunday AM. More widespread rain and snow expected Sunday afternoon into Monday.
November 14, 2025 at 9:14 AM Units have knockdown on the car fire, some resources will be committed for another half hour.
November 14, 2025 at 8:59 AM Reported structure fire on Alpine Way in Colfax, car on fire next to a house. Numerous resources dispatched.
November 14, 2025 at 6:33 AM We just reported our station’s (CA-NV-1) rain totals from 7 am yesterday through now to the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network (CoCoRaHS): 2.8 inches of rain fell at YubaNet HQ. The data is used by the National Weather Service, hydrologists, meteorologists and others. Here is more information if you’d like to join.
November 14, 2025 at 6:13 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
November 13, 2025 at 5:51 PM The Wind Advisory will be expiring at 6pm, per the NWS Sacramento.
November 13, 2025 at 3:03 PM Tree branch blocking the roadway on Pierite Way off N. Ponderosa Way in Rough & Ready.
November 13, 2025 at 12:22 PM Non-injury accident near the off ramp of Hwy 49 on Idaho-Maryland Rd.
November 13, 2025 at 11:37 AM The victim in Saturday’s homicide investigation in Condon Park has been identified. The Grass Valley Police Department Investigations Division is eager to connect with:
- Anyone with information about this case
- Anyone who knew (VI) Jason Frost
- Anyone who was in the Condon Park Skate Park after 3:00 p.m. on November 7th, 2025
- Anyone with video footage of the roadway of McCourtney Road or Indian Springs Road between November 7th and November 8th.
November 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM Flood Advisory now in effect until 7 PM tonight. Moderate to locally heavy precipitation will bring an additional 1 to 3 inches to portions of the Valley and foothills through this evening. Highest rainfall amounts expected over the foothills.
November 13, 2025 at 11:05 AM Reported traffic hazard on North Bloomfield near Lake City Rd.
November 13, 2025 at 9:38 AM This big guy was found on Scotts Valley Rd in Nevada City. If this is your pup please call Sammie’s Friends at 530-471-5041.
November 13, 2025 at 9:27 AM Large tree branch across one lane on Lime Kiln Road at Julisa Ct. Nevada County Public Works will clear the roadway.
November 13, 2025 at 8:45 AM Yesterday, the Food Bank of Nevada County was busy getting ready for today’s distribution on Osborne Hill Rd (10 am to 1 pm) As you can see, they could use donations to fill the pressing needs in our community. If you can, consider helping out.
November 13, 2025 at 7:03 AM Non-injury accident on Rough and Ready Hwy at Ridge Rd. The roadway is clear.
November 13, 2025 at 6:10 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
November 12, 2025 at 5:36 PM Vehicle accident on southbound Hwy 49 at Smith Rd, no injuries reported and the roadway is clear.
November 12, 2025 at 10:08 AM Thanks to everyone who shared their aurora photos, here is the photo gallery. PS: Geomagnetic Storm Category G4 or Greater Predicted for tonight! (But there may be clouds.)
November 12, 2025 at 9:52 AM Equine stroll alert: Some five or six donkeys are blocking the roadway on Spenceville Rd at Elnore Dr.
November 12, 2025 at 8:41 AM NWS update: The storm system is still expected to move in later this evening and persists through much of Thursday. Thursday morning still looks to have the strongest winds and heaviest rain rates as of this morning with a 10-20% chance of thunderstorms on Thursday.
November 12, 2025 at 6:11 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
November 11, 2025 at 10:44 PM Neal IC reports a single patient, out of the vehicle. They can handle with resources at scene.
November 11, 2025 at 10:42 PM First unit at scene on Neal St reports the accident occurred in front of Safeway, they are checking for injuries and possible extrication now.
November 11, 2025 at 10:40 PM Car into the Grass Valley Safeway on Neal St, car reportedly overturned before hitting the building. Units dispatched.
November 11, 2025 at 9:53 PM Hidden Ranch, Ridge Road and Lake Wildwood.
November 11, 2025 at 9:32 PM Nishinam Gulch, Grass Valley and Penn Valley aurora photos.
November 11, 2025 at 9:23 PM From the Nevada County Airport to Ananda Village to a ranch in Montana.
November 11, 2025 at 9:08 PM Reader photos from tonight’s surprise aurora (Spaceweather didn’t forecast it being visible this far south.) Email your photos, please include your name and a location!
November 11, 2025 at 8:08 PM A few more shots from YubaNet HQ of the unexpected northern lights show. For iPhone users, turn on night mode on your camera.
November 11, 2025 at 7:48 PM Go outside and look to the north. Use your camera to see the northern lights!
November 11, 2025 at 4:57 PM A triptych for today’s photo challenge.
November 11, 2025 at 4:41 PM Units at scene on Trish Ct report no burn pile, homeowner was using a torch. All units are clear.
November 11, 2025 at 4:26 PM Debris check, large burn pile reported, on Trish Ct off Northview Dr, Banner Lava Cap area. Units dispatched.
November 11, 2025 at 4:23 PM Reported carbon monoxide hazard, units at scene, on Normandy Ct off Hughes Dr in Grass Valley.
November 11, 2025 at 4:13 PM Debris check, possible unattended burn pile, on Idaho-Maryland, units dispatched.
November 11, 2025 at 2:24 PM Firefighters at scene on Orchard Springs report four huge burn piles burning/smoldering. They are walking in now. As a reminder, all federal holidays ar No Burn days.
November 11, 2025 at 2:10 PM Debris check on Orchard Springs near Wild Oak in the Chicago Park area. Units dispatched.
November 11, 2025 at 12:56 PM Sweetland IC reporting they’re working on reopening the roadway on Hwy 49. Air ambulance has lifted to the trauma center.
November 11, 2025 at 12:46 PM Second air ambulance has landed
November 11, 2025 at 12:44 PM Air Ambulance #1 is on the ground at NSJ Fire Station.
November 11, 2025 at 12:23 PM Sweetland IC is requesting a second air ambulance and Animal Control for an injured canine.
November 11, 2025 at 12:21 PM First NSJ unit has arrived at the accident, they’re checking for injuries.
November 11, 2025 at 12:20 PM Precautionary air ambulance ordered for the accident on Hwy 49 at Sweetland.
November 11, 2025 at 12:14 PM Reported head-on collision on Sweetland Rd at Hwy 49 on the San Juan Ridge, the roadway is blocked. Units dispatched.
November 11, 2025 at 12:06 PM This is Minnie. She went missing in Auburn on Nov. 2nd and the last verified sighting was at the Elm St. dry cleaners. Her family is desperate to find her. If seen, call 530-277-7172
November 11, 2025 at 10:28 AM A black Lab and a mid-sized dog are in and out of the roadway on Brewer Rd at Hwy 49. The pair also appears to have found some roadkill and are having a snack…
November 11, 2025 at 9:21 AM Atmospheric river brings widespread rainfall, mountain snow, and gusty winds late Wednesday through Friday. Widespread rain with isolated thunderstorms, gusty winds, and cooler temperatures will also accompany this storm with late Wednesday into Thursday morning showing the heaviest periods of rainfall.
November 11, 2025 at 6:55 AM Today is a No Burn day, Federal Holidays are NO BURN DAYS in all areas.
November 10, 2025 at 10:29 PM First unit at scene on N. Meadow Dr can handle, all others can cancel.
November 10, 2025 at 10:23 PM Accident on North Meadow View Dr at Burma Rd in Peardale, reported as a car into a house. Units dispatched.
November 10, 2025 at 7:32 PM Units at scene of the reported burn pile state this is not an oversized pile, moving on to the next incident.
November 10, 2025 at 7:21 PM Report of a possible oversized burn pile on Tyler Foote Crossing Rd near Fandor. Units dispatched.
November 10, 2025 at 4:19 PM Reader Kathleen packs a whole murder mystery into a single photo captioned: A maple leaf’s journey thwarted by a yucca.
November 10, 2025 at 4:05 PM Reader Kirk’s “Fall colors can be delicious…” – a ‘culinary’ take on the photo challenge!
November 10, 2025 at 1:11 PM Reader Lisabeth allows us to take a vicarious trip to Downieville via her contribution to the photo challenge.
November 10, 2025 at 1:09 PM Bean IC reports the fire is contained at one acre. Resources at scene will be committed for 1-2 hours, the incoming dozer can return to their station.
November 10, 2025 at 1:07 PM Reported roadside fire on eastbound Hwy 20 near Washington Ridge, nothing visible on the cameras.
November 10, 2025 at 1:05 PM Reader Jason took these photos on Saturday during a trip to Deer Lake near Sierra City.
November 10, 2025 at 1:03 PM Units at scene on Bean Rd report one acre in green grass, burning at a slow rate of spread. Two engines, one crew and a dozer to continue in, all others can cancel.
November 10, 2025 at 1:01 PM Reported vegetation fire, grass fire, on Bean Rd off Atwood Rd. Units dispatches, this will be the Bean incident.
November 10, 2025 at 12:56 PM Reader Karen from Grass Valley shares their ray of sunshine, red daisies growing happily in the shade.
November 10, 2025 at 12:43 PM Accident at the intersection of Hwy 49 and North Bloomfield Rd, units are at scene.
November 10, 2025 at 11:52 AM One engine to continue to Hwy 20, all others can cancel per the IC.
November 10, 2025 at 11:50 AM First unit at scene on Hwy 20 reports no flames visible, they will investigate.
November 10, 2025 at 11:46 AM Units dispatched to a semi truck fire on Hwy 20 just east of Pine Flat above Scotts Flat. The truck is transporting livestock.
November 10, 2025 at 11:30 AM NWS update: Dry and mild weather is expected to continue through Tuesday, with patchy AM fog remaining possible. The mid to late week system still remains largely on track, with onset of precipitation and gusty winds anticipated late Wednesday through Friday. Forecast snow levels continue to trend lower Thursday into Friday as the system moves into NorCal, with continued potential for accumulating snowfall down to 5500′ at this time.
November 10, 2025 at 9:43 AM Smith IC is releasing resources from the fire, mop-up and overhaul are continuing.
November 10, 2025 at 9:12 AM Fall at the Empire Mine by reader Sandra is like an invitation to go explore the local State Historic Park.
November 10, 2025 at 8:05 AM Smith IC confirms knockdown on the fire, extensive overhaul operations are ongoing.
November 10, 2025 at 7:55 AM Firefighters have knockdown on the structure fire, a fire investigator is responding to the incident.
November 10, 2025 at 7:45 AM Elder IC is requesting PG&E to deenergize the drop line to the house.
November 10, 2025 at 7:44 AM Firefighters are making progress with the structure fire, water supply is well established and all personnel is accounted for.
November 10, 2025 at 7:42 AM Elder IC requests a fourth ground ambulance, precautionary.
November 10, 2025 at 7:34 AM Elder IC requests a third ambulance and additional units, firefighters are establishing water lines to the fire. Incoming units to leave Elder Dr open for ambulance ingress and egress.
November 10, 2025 at 7:28 AM First unit at scene reports a well-involved structure, requesting a precautionary air ambulance. They have extricated a person from the house.
November 10, 2025 at 7:26 AM The reported structure fire is on Elder Dr off Smith Rd, numerous engines and medic dispatched.
November 10, 2025 at 7:23 AM Reported residential structure fire on Smith Rd, units dispatched.
November 10, 2025 at 6:34 AM Good morning from south county and reader Lonna.
November 10, 2025 at 6:32 AM Last night’s moonrise by reader Adrienne kicks off today’s photo challenge.
November 10, 2025 at 6:16 AM The Tahoe National Forest will be igniting approximately 250 acres of prescribed fire (pile burn) in the Camptonville area for the next three days, conditions permitting.
November 10, 2025 at 6:09 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
November 9, 2025 at 2:40 PM Beautiful fall day at Lake Wildwood from reader Cathy.
November 9, 2025 at 1:01 PM More road trip! Two photos from reader Kim, Sand Pond and the Sierra Buttes entering the photo challenge.
November 9, 2025 at 11:33 AM Reader Laurie is on the road and shows us Shasta with her fall coat on.
November 9, 2025 at 11:13 AM Reader Micque’s photo is a great reminder to leave rosehips for the wildlife.
November 9, 2025 at 9:44 AM First unit at scene on McCourtney reports this is a previously handled accident, all units are available.
November 9, 2025 at 9:30 AM Accident on McCourtney at Lime Kiln, motorcycle into a ditch, units dispatched.
November 9, 2025 at 8:21 AM The wayward kitty found on Augustine has been reunited with their human servant. All is well.
November 9, 2025 at 7:27 AM Reader Martee shares a view of their ‘Japanese maple here in Grass Valley looking towards Lake Zyack.’
November 9, 2025 at 7:16 AM Today’s photo challenge kicks off with reader Tom in GV’s Shore grasses at Hirschman’s Pond.
November 9, 2025 at 7:08 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
November 9, 2025 at 7:00 AM The death at Condon Park in Grass Valley is being investigated as a homicide now.
November 8, 2025 at 8:13 PM Single vehicle on Fickle Lake Ln, hanging over the embankment. Driver has been removed from the vehicle, the car has been secured. All incoming units can cancel.
November 8, 2025 at 8:02 PM Vehicle over the embankment on Fickle Lake Ln off Sisson Rd in Penn Valley, units dispatched.
November 8, 2025 at 7:42 PM Rex IC reports a single vehicle, occupants are being evaluated by medic. Incoming engines can cancel, the roadway is partially blocked.
November 8, 2025 at 7:38 PM First unit at scene on Hwy 20 reports the accident is just past the South Ponderosa overpass, all resources to continue in.
November 8, 2025 at 7:35 PM Accident on westbound Hwy 20 near Rex Reservoir Rd, reported as an overturned vehicle. Units dispatched.
November 8, 2025 at 6:46 PM Units at scene on Pleasant St report a faulty detector, canceling all incoming resources.
November 8, 2025 at 6:44 PM Reported carbon monoxide alarm sounding on Pleasant Street in Grass Valley, the home is being evacuated. No ill effects reported, units arriving at scene.
November 8, 2025 at 2:33 PM Air Attack 230 is on a training flight over the area.
November 8, 2025 at 1:53 PM Madrone IC reports a slight smell of electrical in the structure, two engines to remain and inspect, all others are released.
November 8, 2025 at 1:48 PM First unit at scene on Madrone reports nothing showing, all incoming units to stage on Idaho-Maryland or hold at their present location. Looks like a false alarm.
November 8, 2025 at 1:39 PM Reported residential structure fire on Madrone Forest Dr in Grass Valley, possible attic fire. Units dispatched.
November 8, 2025 at 12:51 PM Firefighters have secured the leak and will leave one engine at scene, waiting for Suburban Propane to respond.
November 8, 2025 at 12:41 PM Main IC reports this is a 1,000-gallon propane tank, the propane company is being contacted.
November 8, 2025 at 12:37 PM Reported propane leak on East Main St in Grass Valley, units at scene will close East Main until the tank is secured.
November 8, 2025 at 12:00 PM Suspicious circumstance death in Condon Park. This morning, just after 7:00 am, the Nevada County Regional Dispatch Center received a call for a subject down near the temporary skateboard park within Condon Park; 660 Minnie Street, Grass Valley.
November 8, 2025 at 8:39 AM Some dogs are running in the roadway on the 21000 block of Pleasant Valley Rd, watch for the pups darting in and out of the roadway.
November 8, 2025 at 8:36 AM Rattlesnake IC reports they are working on reopening the roadway, should be done shortly.
November 8, 2025 at 8:17 AM Seen on a daily walk in Lake of the Pines by reader Holly.
November 8, 2025 at 8:13 AM Reader Helene shares this Brighton Estates beauty.
November 8, 2025 at 8:09 AM Reader Michael shares two sunrises for the photo challenge. Clouds or no clouds, which one’s your favorite?
November 8, 2025 at 8:04 AM Photo challenge challenge: Reader Tom’s wall of color is disappearing fast,
November 8, 2025 at 7:57 AM Vehicle rollover on Rattlesnake Ridge Dr at Rattlesnake Rd. The roadway is blocked. Units dispatched.
November 8, 2025 at 7:55 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
November 7, 2025 at 6:25 PM This sweet kitty has been found on Augustine Rd in Nevada City and is safely indoors. Call 530-277-4112 if you are missing your feline regent.
November 7, 2025 at 6:06 PM Possible escaped burn pile on McCourtney Rd near White Oak Dr, units dispatched.
November 7, 2025 at 5:04 PM Solo vehicle accident on Red Dog Rd near Allen Red, units arriving at scene.
November 7, 2025 at 4:11 PM Power has been restored to all customers in the Alta Sierra and Alta Sierra Ranches.
November 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM Power has been restored in Alta Sierra, according to several readers.
November 7, 2025 at 3:52 PM Found pup on Big Oak Dr and Hutto Rd in Smartsville. Obviously well fed and taken care of. Female mix. Call 707-334-7543 if she is your pup.
November 7, 2025 at 3:50 PM Outage now extends to 3,092 customers, no estimated time of restoration yet.
November 7, 2025 at 3:41 PM Power outage affecting 2,766 customers along Hwy 49, Dog Bar and Alta Sierra.
November 7, 2025 at 2:58 PM Overturned vehicle on Greenhorn Rd, no injuries reported. Units dispatched. Also, vehicle accident on South Auburn St i Gras Valley, unist at scene.
November 7, 2025 at 2:52 PM As an update to this afternoon’s burglary investigation near Clear Creek Elementary School on McCourtney Rd in Grass Valley, the incident has been resolved with three suspects in custody. A press release will be forthcoming on details of the arrest, but the incident did not involve the school, and deputies were there as a precaution only due to the nearby activity in the neighborhood.
November 7, 2025 at 12:54 PM The Nevada County Sheriff’s Office has responded to a recent burglary in progress near Clear Creek Elementary School on McCourtney Rd. There is no current threat to the school; however, deputies are on campus out of an abundance of caution. There is a heavy law enforcement presence in the area. Updates will be posted when possible.
November 7, 2025 at 10:36 AM Reader Chris from Oregon House shares the view on Frenchtown Road near Dobbins.
November 7, 2025 at 10:30 AM 94 seconds of soothing Rock Creek views and a few pics from this morning.
November 7, 2025 at 10:03 AM Reason #1587452 why Nevada County is an amazing community, captured by reader Carol on Hwy 174, across from the Calvary Bible Church.
November 7, 2025 at 8:50 AM Overturned vehicle on Empress Rd off Newtown, units at scene report car into the brush, one lane is blocked.
November 7, 2025 at 7:38 AM Quick NWS update: Warmer and drier weather returns this afternoon and will persist into early next week with the potential for patchy morning fog. Active weather then looks to return mid to late next week as another storm system approaches the region.
November 7, 2025 at 7:30 AM Reader Eric was in downtown Nevada City and pointed his camera down Commercial St.
November 7, 2025 at 7:02 AM Reader Jill shares this photo of a birdbath on Banner Mountain with its leaf cover.
November 7, 2025 at 6:54 AM Kicking off today’s photo challenge is Tom with this ‘Pocket of color’.
November 7, 2025 at 6:32 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
November 6, 2025 at 7:40 PM According to the latest update by the Nevada County Elections Office, an estimated 12,466 ballots remain to be counted in Nevada County. 219 ballots remain to be cured (noncomparable signature on identification envelope or unsigned identification envelope) and 236 ballots that are damaged or could not be machine-read and need to be remade, and ballots needing further review.
November 6, 2025 at 2:04 PM Thanks to reader Julie we can now report that it is a sheep, not a goat, on a walkabout on Banner Lava Cap.
November 6, 2025 at 1:45 PM Ungulate stroll alert: A goat, wearing a leash, is running in the roadway on Banner Lava Cap near Fallen Leaf Ln.
November 6, 2025 at 1:43 PM Vehicle accident on Rough and Ready Hwy at Cook Rd. The roadway is blocked, units dispatched.
November 6, 2025 at 12:01 PM WM and Nevada County Encourage Proper Battery Recycling After NINE Battery-Related Fires. WM has reported nine fires in the last six months caused by batteries, cell phones, or other battery-powered products improperly thrown in the trash. Eight of those fires were at the McCourtney Road Transfer Station, and one was in a garbage truck.
November 6, 2025 at 9:12 AM Sun rays and seeds, all looking great after the rain.
November 6, 2025 at 6:55 AM Kicking off today’s photo challenge with views before the storm, a wet but content kitty and an update from reader Tom in GV on the blue wall at the North Star Mine.
November 6, 2025 at 6:30 AM Today is a permissible burn day in western Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
November 5, 2025 at 12:21 PM From sunset to dawn, rain and sunshine, the photo challenge shows it all thanks to readers.
November 5, 2025 at 12:11 PM Solo vehicle spinout on southbound Rough and Ready Hwy near Hwy 20.
November 5, 2025 at 12:06 PM Car off the roadway on Greenhorn Rd at Yama Way.
November 5, 2025 at 11:59 AM Accident on southbound Hwy 49 at Wolf Rd. Car vs deer.
November 5, 2025 at 10:01 AM Overturned vehicle on Hwy 49 at the westbound on ramp near Hwy 174, units arriving at scene.
November 5, 2025 at 9:50 AM A large rock in the roadway on westbound Hwy 20 at Harmony Ridge, use extreme caution and reduce your speed.
November 5, 2025 at 9:46 AM Heads up from Nevada County Connects: 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.
November 5, 2025 at 8:50 AM A little rain is not stopping the photo challenge. If you want to join in, text your photos to 530-409-9888 or email news@yubanet.com. Here now are readers Serena, Althea, David and Tom in GV’s daily.
November 5, 2025 at 8:49 AM Non-injury accident in front of the Calvary Bible Church on Hwy 174, the roadway is clear.
November 5, 2025 at 8:08 AM Units at scene on Centennial report minor damage to cars, no injuries to occupants.
November 5, 2025 at 8:05 AM Accident on Centennial Dr at Idaho-Maryland Rd, units dispatched.
November 5, 2025 at 7:15 AM To kick off today’s photo challenge, here’s a tripleheader by readers Ann, Alice and Floyd.
November 5, 2025 at 7:15 AM Confirmed false alarm on the reported lightning-strike fire, it’s two burn piles on a property. All units dispatched are being released.
November 5, 2025 at 7:01 AM First unit has arrived at Ponderosa Heights, they will investigate.
November 5, 2025 at 6:54 AM Lightning strike in the area of Ponderosa Heights has sparked a small vegetation fire, units dispatched.
November 5, 2025 at 6:44 AM Non-injury accident on eastbound Hwy 20 at Penn Valley Drive, one lane is blocked.
November 5, 2025 at 6:38 AM Today is a permissible burn day in western Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley. Today is a No Burn day in eastern Nevada County.
November 4, 2025 at 11:48 PM Challenge IC reports the car fire is extinguished.
November 4, 2025 at 11:42 PM Challenge IC reports the vehicle is empty, they should be able to handle with resources at scene.
November 4, 2025 at 11:39 PM Units at scene on Challenge Cut Off report one fully involved vehicle off the main roadway, no extension to the vegetation.
November 4, 2025 at 11:28 PM Reported fire, roadside spot, on Challenge Cut Off Rd between Challenge and Forbestown. Units dispatched, caller reports the fire is near the side of a house.
November 4, 2025 at 11:13 PM The final update for the night from the Nevada County Elections Office.
The Yes on Measure G in Placer County stands at 73.71% with 527 votes in favor and 188 No votes (26.29%)
November 4, 2025 at 10:24 PM Second update for Nevada County
Truckee results – updated
November 4, 2025 at 9:58 PM Statewide results as of now.
November 4, 2025 at 9:28 PM The first batch of drop box and vote center ballots, collected after the close of polls, arrived at the new Nevada County ballot processing center at 8:44 pm.
November 4, 2025 at 8:24 PM First batch of results.
Truckee’s Library measure requires 2/3 (+1 vote)
November 4, 2025 at 8:01 PM The polls are now closed. We’re expecting the first batch of results from Nevada County in about 15-20 minutes.
November 4, 2025 at 6:05 PM Car vs deer on Hwy 174 at You Bet Rd, units at scene have cleared the roadway.
November 4, 2025 at 5:32 PM Reader Tim from Oregon House shares this classic view of a tree-lined, leaf-carpeted driveway.
November 4, 2025 at 4:43 PM A throwback to summer with these Butterfly Amaryllis in reader Donna’s garden in Loma Rica.
November 4, 2025 at 4:34 PM The prescribed burn off Augustine outside of Nevada City has completed ignitions on the broadcast burns, they are transitioning to pile burning.
November 4, 2025 at 3:51 PM Non-injury accident on Ridge Rd at Nevada City Hwy, school bus vs stop sign.
November 4, 2025 at 3:47 PM Accident on Brunswick rd, units dispatched.
November 4, 2025 at 2:54 PM Bon appétit! A praying mantis is having lunch in style and caught the eye of reader Chris in Oregon House.
November 4, 2025 at 2:40 PM Reader Libby’s fall garden.
November 4, 2025 at 11:17 AM From a reader, with a special message for Tom in GV: Tom, you’ve unleashed a happy photographer. This is Peter my 13 year old grandson again whose goal was to find a fall flower. The bee was a bonus.
November 4, 2025 at 9:07 AM Strong Winds, Rain, and Thunderstorm Chances through Wednesday. Strong southerly winds expected tonight into Wednesday morning. Gusts 35 to 45 mph across the Valley and foothills, and up to 55 mph in the Delta. Moderate to heavy rain on Wednesday with isolated thunderstorms and light snow at highest Sierra peaks.
November 4, 2025 at 8:39 AM Reader Cole puts Colfax on the map in the photo challenge.
November 4, 2025 at 7:54 AM Autumn gold on the S. Yuba by reader Tenaya joins the photo challenge.
November 4, 2025 at 7:52 AM A dramatic view of Banner Mountain captured by reader Mike from Coyote St.
November 4, 2025 at 7:00 AM Polls are now open until 8:00 pm tonight. “Voters who still have their vote-by-mail ballot can drop it off at any polling location, vote center, or ballot drop box in the state,” said Secretary Weber. “If you’re voting in person, you have a right to cast your ballot as long as you are in line by 8:00 pm. Californians can find all the resources they need to vote at vote.ca.gov.”
November 4, 2025 at 6:47 AM Photo challenge originator Tom in Grass Valley kicks off today’s edition of the photo challenge with Fall color over Wolf Creek.
November 4, 2025 at 6:21 AM Today is a permissible burn day in western Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley. Today is a No Burn day in Truckee.
November 3, 2025 at 5:35 PM Big rig with mechanical trouble on eastbound Hwy 20 is blocking one lane between Rex Reservoir and McCourtney. CHP is at scene for traffic control.
November 3, 2025 at 5:31 PM Reader Jeff adds this study in contrast of a bench in Nevada City to the photo challenge.
November 3, 2025 at 4:02 PM A heads up from a caring reader on Blackhawk Ct off Dog Bar Road. The solo vehicle accident sheared off a communications pole that is held up by wires only. The utility (Frontier Communications) will repair the pole tomorrow. In the meantime, use extreme caution in the area.
November 3, 2025 at 4:01 PM Ignitions are complete on the prescribed burn off Augustine Road outside of Nevada City. Crews will patrol and monitor the fire overnight. A total of 125 acres was successfully treated these past two days. Ignitions will continue tomorrow, weather permitting.
November 3, 2025 at 12:48 PM Fall sunset last evening on the Kansas family farm, from reader Marsha.
November 3, 2025 at 12:07 PM First unit at scene on Blackhawk reports non-injury solo vehicle accident, canceling incoming units.
November 3, 2025 at 12:01 PM Accident on Blackhawk Ct off Dog Bar Rd, units dispatched.
November 3, 2025 at 11:55 AM Reader Paul shares his photo of the fully color-coordinated leaf carpet, tree and barn.
November 3, 2025 at 11:51 AM Reader Maurice injects a dose of reality in the photo challenge – fall morning chore before taking off.
November 3, 2025 at 11:49 AM Reader Emilee spotted these off North Bloomfield and now they’re in the photo challenge.
November 3, 2025 at 11:45 AM Vehicle accident on Brunswick Rd and Hwy 49, units dispatched.
November 3, 2025 at 11:44 AM From a reader: Found this dog on 11/3 at the corner of Magnolia and Dog Bar. Call 916-206-8402 if this is your pup.
November 3, 2025 at 10:22 AM Nevada County Connects is offering free fare service on Monday Nov. 3rd and Tuesday Nov. 4th in support of the Community accessing their local voting stations. Doing your civic duty won’t cost you a penny!
November 3, 2025 at 9:27 AM Reader Henry took a walk at Empire Mine.
November 3, 2025 at 9:20 AM Ignitions continue today on the 200-acre unit off Augustine Road outside of Nevada City. Terra Fuego crews are planning on approximately 70 acres today. Smoke will be visible from the South Yuba River Canyon and adjacent rural roads. Smoke impacts are anticipated to be minimal in the day time and will be carefully monitored, and efforts will be taken to reduce impacts to communities. Smoke impacts are anticipated to fluctuate over the course of the day, with smoke lifting during the warm daytime and settling during the colder nighttime.
November 3, 2025 at 9:15 AM Reader Adrienne says the oak trees are challenging the maples for fall color this year and a Northern Flicker posed for her as well.
November 3, 2025 at 9:12 AM From a reader: Just found this black dog, possibly a lab approximately 60-70 lbs. Found on Ball Road in Alta Sierra this morning at 8:30. Older dog, is limping from front left leg. Is this your dog ? Please call 408-314-3203.
November 3, 2025 at 7:04 AM School IC requests traffic control on Walsh St, please avoid the 300 block of South Church and surrounding areas.
November 3, 2025 at 6:53 AM The structure fire on South Church was dispatched at 00:09 last night. No injuries have been reported, no extension to adjacent homes. Numerous resources remain at scene.
November 3, 2025 at 6:31 AM Units at scene of a reported structure fire on South Church St in Grass Valley. Engines are staging on Walsh and S School.
November 3, 2025 at 6:27 AM To start today’s photo challenge, Tom in Grass Valley showcases a farmers market pear.
November 3, 2025 at 6:25 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
November 2, 2025 at 8:28 PM To close out today’s photo challenge, blazing fall colors.
November 2, 2025 at 8:24 PM Fall color from Grove St. in Nevada City, by reader Rick.
November 2, 2025 at 7:22 PM Western Gateway Park on the board for the photo challenge – bonus voting reminder.
November 2, 2025 at 4:58 PM Ignitions are complete for the day on the 100-acre burn off Augustine. Operations will continue tomorrow, starting around 9-10 am.
November 2, 2025 at 3:31 PM Reader Diana’s Halloween is for Lovers contribution to the photo challenge.
November 2, 2025 at 2:32 PM Haven IC reports forward progress stopped. One engine to continue in, all others can cancel.
November 2, 2025 at 2:29 PM Units at scene on Quail Haven report approx. 1/4 acre, burning at a slow rate of spread.
November 2, 2025 at 2:25 PM Units arriving at scene of the Haven incident. Homeowner is attempting to extinguish 1/8th of an acre from an escaped burn pile.
November 2, 2025 at 2:18 PM Reported vegetation fire, escaped burn pile on Quail Haven Rd in Colfax. Units dispatched.
November 2, 2025 at 1:12 PM Peter, grandson of a reader, took these pics and we’re happy to include them in the photo challenge.
November 2, 2025 at 11:46 AM Units on Nevada St have located the source of the smoke, they can handle with units at scene.
November 2, 2025 at 11:45 AM Units are at scene on Nevada Street, trying to locate a possible fire.
November 2, 2025 at 11:38 AM Reader Teri shares this stunning Sugar Maple in the photo challenge.
November 2, 2025 at 11:26 AM The prescribed burn on Augustine and the Yuba canyon is underway.
November 2, 2025 at 10:16 AM Reader Ron shares a photo of his favorite rotting stump for the photo challenge.
November 2, 2025 at 9:36 AM Terra Fuego Resources Foundation, in partnership with American Rivers completed a suite of pile burning off Augustine Rd October 13-14, 2025. Starting November 2, 2025, Terra Fuego will continue implementing prescribed fire including broadcast burning and additional pile burning on the ~200 acres planned for this season, 3 miles northwest of Nevada City off of Augustine Rd.
This week, prescribed fire activities are anticipated to occur over approximately 5 days or until weather conditions become unfavorable, followed by a period of post-burn mop-up and monitoring to ensure fuels are extinguished. Operational periods are 9am to 8pm daily. The planned acreage is 100 acres.
Smoke will be visible from the South Yuba River Canyon and adjacent rural roads. Smoke impacts are anticipated to be minimal in the day time and will be carefully monitored, and efforts will be taken to reduce impacts to communities. Smoke impacts are anticipated to fluctuate over the course of the day, with smoke lifting during the warm daytime and settling during the colder nighttime. Thus, we predict smoke impacts to be greatest during evening, nighttime and mornings. We anticipate smoke impacts for ~3-7 days. Rain is forecasted, which will put fires out and clear the air. Overall, there will be some short duration of smoke associated with critical prescribed fire activities to improve resiliency to catastrophic fire and associated smoke impacts.
November 2, 2025 at 7:34 AM Here is reader Tom in GV’s daily photo for the challenge he started: The Blue Wall behind the North Star Mine Powerhouse.
November 2, 2025 at 7:23 AM Starting today’s photo challenge with this photo of Lake Tahoe in Tahoe City by reader Martee.
November 2, 2025 at 7:03 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
November 1, 2025 at 7:43 PM Don’t forget, tonight you’ll get an extra hour as we fall back to standard time.
November 1, 2025 at 6:46 PM Reader George came upon this outstanding group of mushrooms in Chicago Park.
November 1, 2025 at 6:43 PM The full color palette can be seen in this photo by reader Catherine.
November 1, 2025 at 6:41 PM A veritable color explosion on these flaming maples in Grass Valley, captured by reader Robin.
November 1, 2025 at 3:04 PM A carpet of leaves along the banks of Deer Creek caught the eye of Reader Barry.
November 1, 2025 at 1:15 PM small vegetation fire, 1/4 acre in the grass, on Dog Bar Rd. One engine to continue in, all others can cancel.
November 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM Heads up for a prescribed burn today:
Location: Wildflower Preserve on Ridge Road
Who: This burn is being conducted by First Rain Land Stewardship Services in partnership with Bear Yuba Land Trust and the Nevada County Resource Conservation District.
Purpose: This is an understory oak woodland fuels reduction burn that will also help to control Scotch Broom. We will be providing an educational overview on Rx burning for the contingent of volunteers participating in the burn.
Ignition Time: 12-3pm
Acres: 4
Mop up: Upon completion of ignitions, mop up will commence. An ongoing parol will continue until all fire activity has ceased.
November 1, 2025 at 8:56 AM From a reader comes this invitation to explore the town of North Bloomfield in rural Nevada County.
November 1, 2025 at 8:48 AM Reader Janet shares this beautiful fall day at Lyons Lake at the Nevada County Fairgrounds with all of us.
November 1, 2025 at 8:24 AM From reader Ann in Nevada City, who is blessed to have a big leaf maple showing its colors right in her backyard.
November 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM The photo challenge continues! Still so much to see in our area, please keep sending your photos to news@yubanet.com or text them to 530-409-9888. Here is the challenge’s originator, reader Tom in Grass Valley with his photo for today.
November 1, 2025 at 7:58 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. CAL FIRE burn permits are required. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
November 1, 2025 at 7:53 AM You can find last month’s log and all the wonderful photos here.