Happening Now – December 2025

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December 31, 2025 at 8:10 PM All patients have been extricated.

December 31, 2025 at 7:59 PM Barr IC reports two patients, extrication required. Additional units to respond for the extrication operation.

December 31, 2025 at 7:52 PM Car vs tree on La Barr Meadows near Hwy 49, units dispatched.

December 31, 2025 at 7:11 PM A white dog just sprinted onto the on ramp of northbound Hwy 49 at Brunswick.

December 31, 2025 at 6:39 PM Precipitation continues to move in from the south this afternoon, with light rain being observed across much of northern California that may create slick road conditions for any New Year’s Eve travelers. Be careful out there!

December 31, 2025 at 3:42 PM Reported pickup truck on fire on northbound Hwy 49 at Combie. Flames seen coming from under the engine, units dispatched.

December 31, 2025 at 3:37 PM Lodestone IC reports the smoke is from a BBQ, neighbors moved the BBQ away from the house. All incoming units can cancel.

December 31, 2025 at 3:34 PM First unit at scene of a reported structure fire on Lodestone Ct in Lake Wildwood reports light smoke visible from the back of the house. All units to continue in.

December 31, 2025 at 2:53 PM Caltrans is reminding motorists to not rely on their GPS devices during winter storms and to stay on the highway. Why? Oh…

December 31, 2025 at 10:20 AM Units in the area are attempting to locate the reported pickup with heavy smoke, so far nothing visible.

December 31, 2025 at 10:17 AM Heavy smoke is coming from a pickup with a trailer on Hwy 20 at the McCourtney off ramp, units arriving at scene.

December 31, 2025 at 9:32 AM Thanks for caring! The 2025 Animalia Chronicles and our readers’ kindness, the 2025 compilation of wayward pups, animal stroll alerts, reader pet pics and community kindness.

December 31, 2025 at 5:59 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.

December 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM Wildwood IC reports the chemical smell is cleaning residue in a trash can. No fire, no hazard, all units are released.

December 30, 2025 at 3:49 PM Wildwood IC reports a slight chemical smell in the garage, no fire. They can handle with resources at scene.

December 30, 2025 at 3:48 PM First unit at scene on Lake Wildwood reports nothing showing from the outside, they will investigate.

December 30, 2025 at 3:44 PM Reported residential structure fire, smell of burning wires in a garage on Lake Wildwood Dr, units dispatched.

December 30, 2025 at 3:35 PM Snow levels are forecast to start above 8500 feet Thursday, falling to around 6500-7500 feet Friday, falling further to around 5500-6500 feet Saturday and Sunday. Heaviest snow is currently forecast Friday through early Sunday morning.

December 30, 2025 at 3:32 PM Equine stroll alert on Hwy 174 at Noel Ln. Please watch for a brown horse and a grey horse running in the roadway.

December 30, 2025 at 8:27 AM Active weather pattern returns Thursday into next week. Moderate travel impacts late week and into the weekend, from mountain snow and wind. Minor impacts within the foothills and Valley. Unsettled weather continues into early next week.

December 30, 2025 at 8:18 AM Uren IC releases all units, one minor injury reported. The roadway should be clear momentarily.

December 30, 2025 at 8:05 AM Units at scene on Hwy 49 x Uren report one possible injury, they are assessing now.

December 30, 2025 at 8:02 AM Accident on Hwy 49 at Uren St in Nevada City. Reported as a head-on collision, units dispatched.

December 30, 2025 at 7:33 AM Reader Betsy shared this photo of sunset light near Hudson Way – the days are getting imperceptibly longer again.

December 30, 2025 at 6:05 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.

December 29, 2025 at 7:38 PM Utility power has been restored in south county, with the exception of 12 customers on Hwy 49 and Clivus Drive.

December 29, 2025 at 7:10 PM PG&E trouble crews are patrolling the affected circuit, the final step before re-energizing.

December 29, 2025 at 6:28 PM Power outage affecting 2,740 PG&E customers in south county. An estimated time of restoration of 9:45 pm was given by the automated system.

December 29, 2025 at 4:20 PM Vehicle accident, dirt bike vs car, on Banner Quaker Hill. Units dispatched.

December 29, 2025 at 3:26 PM A dump truck pulling a gravel load has been losing rocks and gravel on southbound Hwy 49 at Brewer. Several vehicles reportedly damaged and there’s gravel all over the roadway. Use caution in the area and beyond.

December 29, 2025 at 11:38 AM Unit at scene on S. Auburn report no active flames from the forklift, fire appears extinguished.

December 29, 2025 at 11:36 AM Reported commercial vehicle fire on South Auburn St near Whiting St in Grass Valley, units dispatched.

December 29, 2025 at 7:54 AM NCSO is at scene on Freeman Lane, no gas hazard, canceling incoming fire units.

December 29, 2025 at 7:46 AM Possible gas hazard at the laundromat on Freeman Lane, units dispatched.

December 29, 2025 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.

December 28, 2025 at 4:22 PM Inch IC is requesting a breathing support unit from Higgins to respond to the incident.

December 28, 2025 at 3:48 PM Inch IC reports they have knockdown on the fire, releasing some incoming units.

December 28, 2025 at 3:45 PM Units at scene of the barn fire are making good progress, IC is canceling two of the incoming water tenders.

December 28, 2025 at 3:37 PM Units at scene on Inch by Inch Rd report multiple vehicles in the fully involved barn, all units dispatched to continue in.

December 28, 2025 at 3:28 PM Inch IC requested two additional engines to respond to the barn fire.

December 28, 2025 at 3:19 PM Reported commercial structure fire, barn on fire, on Inch by Inch Rd near Corino Way in south county. Units dispatched. Reportedly multiple vehicles inside the barn.

December 28, 2025 at 2:41 PM Vehicle off the roadway on Rudd Rd near Holland Dr, units dispatched.

December 28, 2025 at 8:01 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.

December 27, 2025 at 7:35 PM The NWS Sacramento not expecting below freezing temperatures in the Valley or foothills, but lows will be in the 30s the next couple of nights in these locations, and colder in the mountains. Morning lows begin warming slightly by mid-week.

December 27, 2025 at 5:46 PM Confirmed false alarm, all units are being released.

December 27, 2025 at 5:42 PM Reported commercial fire alarm in the Brunswick Basin, units dispatched. Units at scene report nothing showing from the outside, they’ll investigate.

December 27, 2025 at 3:52 PM Sierra Roots will open the Sierra Roots Emergency Weather Shelter on Saturday, December 27, 2025 and Sunday, December 28, 2025, in response to forecasted conditions at or below 32 degrees. Location: Nevada City Veterans Hall – 415 N. Pine Street, Nevada City, CA (Enter through rear door, in parking lot.) Doors open between: 4:30 – 8pm, Dinner served at 5:30pm. Pets are welcome. Pets must remain with their owner, stay on leash at all times.

December 27, 2025 at 9:10 AM Hoshino, the wayward Banner pup, has been reunited with his humans thanks to a caring reader’s efforts. All is well.

December 27, 2025 at 8:36 AM Comm lines only on Margaret Lane, they have been removed from the roadway.

December 27, 2025 at 8:30 AM Possible electrical hazard, reported as lines down in the roadway on Margaret Lane. Units dispatched.

December 27, 2025 at 8:20 AM Found dog in a yard at the beginning of Banner Lava Cap. Call 530-205-8156 if this is your pup. Possibly called Hoshino according to a star-shaped tag he’s wearing.

December 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM Happy to report dry and mild conditions throughout the weekend.

December 26, 2025 at 8:42 PM Units at scene on Ocelot report the chimney fire is extinguished, they are checking for any extension.

December 26, 2025 at 8:34 PM Reported chimney fire on Ocelot Dr off Tiger Tail Rd, units dispatched.

December 26, 2025 at 7:26 PM Car vs a house on Nevada City Hwy, units arriving at scene.

December 26, 2025 at 6:58 PM Eastbound I-80 is closed to traffic at Cisco.

December 26, 2025 at 4:55 PM Found on Sages Rd near Ananda, call 530-446-4743 if this is your pup.

December 26, 2025 at 2:56 PM Non-injury accident on northbound Hwy 174 at Mosswood Ln. The roadway is clear.

December 26, 2025 at 12:42 PM More restoration of utility power underway throughout the Sierra. Locally, 365 customers due to 21 outages are still out. The broken pole on Sky Pines Dr is being replaced and the estimated time of restoration for the 18 customers is 4:00 pm. New wires are being strung in Peardale to re-energize 52 customers by 3:00 pm. 61 customers along Deer Park Drive should be back on by 8:00 pm. All other outages don’t have restoration times yet.

December 26, 2025 at 8:53 AM To the 370 customers in the Chicago Park area, crews are in your area and working to replace several broken poles. No estimated time of restoration yet.

December 26, 2025 at 8:24 AM But will it hold this time? Power restored in Peardale. Understandable, we can’t really share residents’ reactions in print.

December 26, 2025 at 8:20 AM Well that didn’t last long, Peardale is out of power again.

December 26, 2025 at 7:50 AM Power has been restored to the Peardale area. 869 customers are back on utility power.

December 26, 2025 at 7:42 AM The Nevada County Superior Court Truckee Branch will be closed due to inclement weather on December 26, 2025. Regular hours will resume on Monday, December 29, 2025. Services are available in person and remotely at the Nevada City Courthouse.

December 26, 2025 at 7:28 AM Not quite done with stormy weather.

Today: More moderate precipitation with afternoon isolated thunderstorms chances (10-20%) continues with morning gusty conditions, but weaker winds and thunderstorms activity compared to Thursday.

This weekend: Drier conditions with lingering light, minor impact precipitation on Saturday over the mountains. Potential for low clouds/fog in the Valley late weekend and into next week.

December 26, 2025 at 7:10 AM Utility power is off for 2,011 customers in Nevada County.

December 26, 2025 at 2:30 AM After the latest round of high winds, 35 outages are affecting 2,203 customers in Nevada County. The largest outages are:

• 1,135 in the Soda Springs area
• 869 in the Peardale Chicago Park area
• 263 in the Spenceville/Indian Springs area
• 165 along the NID Access Rd and Sun Forest Dr

December 25, 2025 at 8:53 PM Tree down on the 500 block of Spring St in Nevada City.

December 25, 2025 at 8:38 PM Tree in the roadway on Hwy 20 at Missouri Bar Rd, Caltrans has been notified.

December 25, 2025 at 8:15 PM Electrical hazard, lines are down on Alta Sierra Dr at Kardale Ct.

December 25, 2025 at 7:22 PM Reader report of a large tree blocking the lane coming down Gracie Rd near the Cascade Trail parking lot. Be careful out there!

December 25, 2025 at 7:04 PM Car vs pole, no human injuries reported, on Broken Oak Ct in Penn Valley. Car is partially in the ditch.

December 25, 2025 at 6:56 PM Power outage round up:

Nevada County: 488 customers without power caused by 24 current outages.
Yuba County: 1,070 customers and 65 outages
Placer County: 688 customers and 62 outages.

The largest outage in western Nevada County is 145 customers in the Hwy 49 corridor near Shoshoni Trail Ct.

December 25, 2025 at 6:54 PM Tree in the roadway, all lanes blocked, on eastbound Hwy 20 at Last Chance Mine Rd near the Omega overlook.

December 25, 2025 at 4:53 PM Tree across the southbound lane of Combie Rd at Magnolia. Given the number of trees that have come down in the area, I’m wondering how many are left.

December 25, 2025 at 4:19 PM A strong thunderstorm will impact northeastern Sacramento, northwestern El Dorado, central Placer and southwestern Nevada counties through 4:45 pm.

December 25, 2025 at 2:25 PM The large outage along Hwy 49 and McCourtney has been resolved. 1,118 customers remain out of utility power.

December 25, 2025 at 1:49 PM Congrats to the Peardale area, utility power is back on. Still 477 customers out of utility power in the Chicago Park and Rollins Lake areas.

County-wide, 39 outages are affecting 3,375 customers – thanks to the line crews for the rapid repairs.

December 25, 2025 at 12:21 PM Most of the power outages have no estimated time of restoration because crews need to access the various down lines, broken poles and blown transformers first. According to PG&E, multiple crews are working the large outages in parts of western Nevada County. The outages in the Soda Springs area present access challenges. Single home outages are likely to remain without utility power overnight.

December 25, 2025 at 11:47 AM Some good news: The High Wind Warning was downgraded to a Wind Advisory. Breezy southerly winds are expected, with the strongest this evening and overnight.

December 25, 2025 at 11:06 AM Reader Nancy reports power was restored on Allison Ranch Rd at Empire Star Mine.

December 25, 2025 at 10:55 AM Tree into power lines on Orchard Springs Rd, no arcing reported (power has been off since early morning,) but the roadway is blocked. Units dispatched.

December 25, 2025 at 10:39 AM A strong thunderstorm will impact northeastern Sacramento, west central El Dorado, southwestern Placer and southwestern Nevada counties through 11:00 am.

December 25, 2025 at 10:37 AM Large branch in the roadway on Combie at Magnolia.

December 25, 2025 at 10:27 AM Power lines and the offending tree in the roadway on Sages Rd near Tyler Foote Rd on the San Juan Ridge.

December 25, 2025 at 10:15 AM According to PG&E’s latest update, 10,677 customers in western Nevada County are affected by 49 current outages.

December 25, 2025 at 9:28 AM Electrical hazard, lines arcing on Ridge Rd near Forsman Pl. Units dispatched.

December 25, 2025 at 9:25 AM County crews are working throughout the holiday to respond to urgent issues. Yubanet readers can report concerns or hazards on county-maintained roadways to public.works@nevadacountyca.gov or call 530-265-1411.

December 25, 2025 at 9:10 AM Currently, 52 outages are affecting 9,171 PG&E customers in western Nevada County.

December 25, 2025 at 9:04 AM Tree blocking the roadway on Red Dog Rd near Live Oak Dr.

December 25, 2025 at 8:26 AM And the power is back off again on Lower Colfax.

December 25, 2025 at 8:24 AM Tree down on Cascade Loop, power and comms lines too. Photo by reader P. Murphy.

December 25, 2025 at 8:22 AM Power is back on in the Lower Colfax Rd area.

December 25, 2025 at 8:12 AM Reader Tom reports power is back on in Rough and Ready.

December 25, 2025 at 8:09 AM Lines down, no arcing reported, on North Auburn St, units dispatched.

December 25, 2025 at 7:42 AM A brief break in the heavy precip for western Nevada, Yuba and Placer counties. Check on your outdoors and corral any wayward furniture and decorations before the next wave.

December 25, 2025 at 7:10 AM Highest wind gusts these past 24 hours for Nevada County:

Donner Pass Road 68 MPH
Rough And Ready (PGE) 65 MPH
Lake Wildwood (PGE) 59 MPH
Grouse Ridge Lookout 55 MPH
Nevada City 50 MPH
Newtown Road 48 MPH

December 25, 2025 at 7:09 AM Electrical hazard, power lines down on Greenhorn Rd near Brunswick Rd, units dispatched.

December 25, 2025 at 7:04 AM Low-hanging phone lines on East Bennett at Brunswick Rd.

December 25, 2025 at 6:52 AM Reported large tree partially blocking the roadway on Magnolia Rd at Adamson Dr. Public Works notified.

December 25, 2025 at 6:43 AM Rain, wind, thunderstorms and heavy snow to continue this Christmas Day. Periods of moderate to heavy rain and snow continue throughout the day today with strong winds through at least this afternoon. Valley thunderstorm chances through the afternoon.

December 25, 2025 at 6:14 AM 92 outages in Nevada County are depriving 12,148 customers of utility power now. Safety reminder: If you see a downed power line, assume it is energized and extremely dangerous. Do not touch or try to move it—and keep children and animals away. Report downed power lines immediately by calling 9-1-1 and then PG&E at 1-800-743-5002.

December 25, 2025 at 5:47 AM Tree into power and comms lines on Banner Quaker Hill Rd, adding 132 customers in Cascade Shores to the outage totals. 36 outages now affecting 9,432 customers in Nevada County.

December 25, 2025 at 5:46 AM Power now out in Peardale and Chicago Park.

December 25, 2025 at 5:36 AM Power lines down on East Bennett. Power now out in the Lower Colfax Road area in Peardale.

December 25, 2025 at 5:26 AM There are no estimated restoration times available for the outages right now. Per PG&E: “This is an unplanned outage due to a storm. When able, our crews will inspect and make repairs.”

Stay safe everyone and thanks to everyone working today, in these conditions.

December 25, 2025 at 5:19 AM Tree down on eastbound Hwy 20 at Penn Valley Dr blocking both lanes.

December 25, 2025 at 5:11 AM Power outages roundup:

• 23 outages affecting 7,173 customers in western Nevada County.
• 48 outages affecting 4,954 customers in Placer County.
• 38 outages affecting 5,097 customers in Yuba County.

December 24, 2025 at 9:53 PM There is a large white dog running in the lanes on northbound 49 near Uren Street in Nevada City. No pet should be outside in this weather, is your pup safe?

December 24, 2025 at 7:45 PM Solo vehicle accident on Brewer Rd just south of Annie Dr. Pickup 40 ft of off the roadway, no injuries reported.

December 24, 2025 at 7:12 PM Units at scene north of Shoshoni are evaluating a single patient.

December 24, 2025 at 7:05 PM Accident on southbound Hwy 49 at Shoshoni Trail Ct, units dispatched. Reported as an overturned vehicle off the roadway.

December 24, 2025 at 6:01 PM A strong thunderstorm will impact southeastern Butte, Yuba and west central Nevada counties through 6:45 pm.

December 24, 2025 at 5:56 PM The flash flood warning for Placer, north central Sacramento and southeastern Sutter counties has been replaced with a flood advisory.

December 24, 2025 at 5:47 PM All truck trailer combinations are being turned around at the chain control camper at the junction of Hwy 49 and Hwy 20 in Nevada City due to traction problems over Donner Summit.

December 24, 2025 at 5:41 PM Flash Flood Warning through 6:00 pm has been issued for far Northern Sacramento County, Southwestern Placer, and Southeastern Sutter Counties. Doppler radar indicates a line of thunderstorms that has been training over the same area.

December 24, 2025 at 2:04 PM Vehicle of the roadway on Magnolia Rd near Lakeview Wy at Lake of the Pines, units dispatched.

December 24, 2025 at 1:17 PM Snow levels are down to Blue Canyon, chain control is now in place on Hwy 20 from Bear Valley to the junction with I-80.

December 24, 2025 at 12:44 PM You knew this was coming: Westbound I-80 in Truckee is closed to traffic.

December 24, 2025 at 9:18 AM Pickup vs pole at the McKnight off ramp on Hwy 49. No human injuries reported but the 12-ft pole is down.

December 24, 2025 at 8:59 AM The Sierra Avalanche Center in Truckee has issued a BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE WATCH. High avalanche danger could occur in the backcountry on Thursday and Thursday night. Central Sierra Nevada Mountains between Yuba Pass (Hwy 49) on the north and Ebbetts Pass (Hwy 4) on the south, including the greater Lake Tahoe area. This only includes backcountry areas, and does not include ski areas and highways where avalanche mitigation programs exist.

December 24, 2025 at 7:55 AM Tree down in the roadway on Lake Vera Purdon at Rector Rd. The roadway is blocked, Public Works has been notified.

December 24, 2025 at 7:28 AM If you have to be on the road today, please use extreme caution. Roadway flooding will have your car hydroplaning faster than you can say “What?!” Give yourself extra time and arrive safely.

December 24, 2025 at 7:13 AM The latest NWS Sacramento update: Moderate to heavy rain and mountain snow, thunderstorms and strong winds through the holiday week. Widespread moderate to heavy precipitation and isolated strong thunderstorms through Friday. Flooding expected in susceptible urban and low-lying areas, including small streams and creeks. Major holiday travel impacts over the passes from the combination of heavy mountain snow and strong winds. Another round of strong and gusty southerly winds tonight into Thursday.

December 24, 2025 at 6:46 AM Tree limb in the roadway on Red Dog Rd at Boulder St.

December 24, 2025 at 6:14 AM Power outages:

• Tree into the power lines overnight on Jordan St in Nevada City. 39 customers out.
• Urgent equipment repair affecting 14 customers along the NID Access rd next to Lake Wildwood.
• Tree into power lines on Dove Spring Dr and Quarterhorse Dr in south county, 39 customers affected.

Foresthill area: 2,362 customers out from Todd Valley, FOresthill to Michigan Bluff.
128 customers out along Frenchtown Rd in Yuba County.

Statewide 140,839 customers are out of power.

December 23, 2025 at 9:18 PM Peardale Chicago Park Fire is currently part of a preposition Task Force 4118 that began on December 20th at 4pm and will be assigned until December 26th. This task force provides additional fire personnel and equipment ahead of the major weather event predicted. Numerous other departments within the county also have apparatus and personnel on the task force. We would like to remind residents to be prepared for ongoing winter conditions. There is potential for low elevation snow later this week. Remember to stock up on essential supplies.

December 23, 2025 at 6:31 PM If, like us, you are the lucky recipient of a communication sent by PG&E with the subject line “Severe Incoming Storm- Prepare for Possible Multiday Outages” there are a few things we’d like you to know:

• Yes, be prepared for power outages, we’ve been telling you about it for days now.
• Note that the email does not list where to report outages. Let us fill that gap: Report downed power lines immediately by calling 911 and then PG&E at 1-800-743-5002 or report the outage on PG&E’s website https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/outage-tools/report-an-outage/
• Sending a mass email to some but not all residents of western Nevada County might be considered a corporate CYA (Cover Your Assets) marketing move by some.
• Sending a mass email after hours “Message sent on: 12/23/2025 05:55PM” ahead of a major holiday is poor timing in our humble opinion.
• The line and trouble crews of PG&E are awesome.

All that said, please stay safe!

December 23, 2025 at 3:23 PM We are experiencing the proverbial calm before the storm. There is still time to grab some essentials and get ready for the upcoming storms. This three-minute video with Paul and Taylor recaps what to expects and what do do now.

December 23, 2025 at 1:50 PM Accident on Prospector Rd near Meadow View in Rough and Ready, units dispatched.

December 23, 2025 at 8:13 AM False alarm at Deer Creek Elementary school on Lindley Ave in Nevada City.

December 23, 2025 at 6:53 AM Brief lull in precipitation until the evening, then moderate rain and high-elevation mountain snow (above 7000 ft) are expected. Southerly winds will begin to increase in the morning and throughout the day. High Wind Warning in effect from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM Thursday, December 23-25, 2025.

December 22, 2025 at 10:19 PM Single report of a tree down on Combie Rd, one engine to check the area.

December 22, 2025 at 10:06 PM Units at scene on Wolf Rd report this is a sheared pole for comms line only, no power lines involved.

December 22, 2025 at 9:51 PM Reported electrical hazard on Wolf Rd at Still Rd, a pole leaning over the roadway after a car crashed into it. Units dispatched.

December 22, 2025 at 8:02 PM Car left the roadway and ended up in the backside of the auto repair shop on Maltman Dr. Units at scene report minor injuries to the driver only.

December 22, 2025 at 8:00 PM Accident on Hwy 49 at Dorsey Dr. One vehicle went off the roadway, into a building. Emergency services at scene they’re investigating now.

December 22, 2025 at 7:18 PM Accident on northbound Hwy 49 at Brunswick, no injuries to humans.

December 22, 2025 at 4:08 PM The Food Bank of Nevada County recently received a donation of food and financial support from Stantec Consulting Services. The Nevada City office of Stantec made the donation as part of its holiday giving efforts, helping to support local families and individuals facing food insecurity. The Food Bank of Nevada County is grateful for community partners like Stantec whose generosity helps nourish neighbors and strengthen the community by directly supporting local nonprofits, said Executive Director Brett Bentley.

December 22, 2025 at 11:54 AM Accident on northbound Hwy 49 at Brunswick. Car spun out and went down the embankment. Emergency services are at scene.

December 22, 2025 at 11:24 AM Thanks to Nevada City OES for the clip – and to everyone working in these conditions.

December 22, 2025 at 11:16 AM Nevada County Connects: Be advised that the Route 4 will not stop at Sierra College from December 22nd thru January 4th, due to the campus being closed for winter break. Regular service will resume to the college on Monday January 5th.

December 22, 2025 at 10:33 AM Mud and large rocks reported to squat in the roadway on North Bloomfield between Wet Hill Rd and Hwy 49.

December 22, 2025 at 10:07 AM Reported power lines down on Pioneer Trail off Hwy 20 in Nevada City, units dispatched.

December 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM Heads up from Nevada City OES: South Pine St in Nevada City will be closed from Sacramento St to Spring St today from 10:00AM to 1:00PM. Due to the fallen tree last night, a large boulder was dislodged and crews will be working to remove the boulder to ensure safe travels.

December 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM Nevada County Consolidated Fire Chief Jason Robitaille is planning ahead: With the anticipated rain and wind, Cal OES has approved my request to preposition a task force consisting of 5 engines through 4:00 pm on Friday. With this addition, we will have a total of 20 staffed local government engines available from Nevada County Consolidated, Grass Valley, Ophir Hill, North San Juan and Peardale. Nevada County Consolidated also has swiftwater team available to deploy if needed.

December 22, 2025 at 8:27 AM Major Holiday Mountain Travel Impacts on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Snow levels have trended lower on Thursday and Friday, down to 4500-5500 ft. Widespread moderate to heavy precipitation and isolated thunderstorms through the holiday week. Flooding expected in susceptible urban and low-lying areas, including small streams and creeks. Major holiday travel impacts over the passes from the combination of heavy mountain snow and strong winds. Strong southerly winds Wednesday and Thursday.

December 22, 2025 at 7:06 AM Tree down across Mooney Flat, 1.5 miles from Hwy 20. Units dispatched.

December 22, 2025 at 7:02 AM The good news from this morning’s NWS Sacramento update: There will be two brief breaks in precipitation: one this morning and another late Tuesday morning, before the next round of precip arrives. Winds will also decrease briefly until Tuesday morning.

December 21, 2025 at 9:52 PM Units at scene on Hughes Road report these are comm lines only. Lines have been moved out of the roadway.

December 21, 2025 at 9:44 PM Power lines down on Hughes Rd at Ridge Rd in Grass Valley, no arcing or sparking seen. Units dispatched.

December 21, 2025 at 9:20 PM A boulder is blocking the roadway on northbound Hwy 49 near Peterson’s Corner.

December 21, 2025 at 9:14 PM Tree blocking the roadway on Polaris Dr at McCourtney, the road is impassable.

December 21, 2025 at 6:53 PM The westbound lane of Penn Valley Dr at Hwy 20 is blocked by a tree.

December 21, 2025 at 6:39 PM Small tree in the northbound lane on Hwy 174 near the Bear River bridge.

December 21, 2025 at 6:34 PM Tree blocking the roadway in Alleghany on Ridge and Foote Rd.

December 21, 2025 at 5:26 PM Saturday at noon the South Yuba at the Hwy 49 bridge was running at 300 cubic feet per second (cfs). Today at 3:00 pm, the flow was 3,000 cfs. Water levels could continue to increase. Do not attempt to drive or walk through floodwaters!

December 21, 2025 at 5:08 PM Power has been restored to Zion St and the surrounding areas. 188 customers remain out of power in the immediate vicinity of the downed tree.

December 21, 2025 at 5:04 PM Accident on Relief Hill Rd in Washington, car went off the roadway.

December 21, 2025 at 4:57 PM Utility power has been restored at YubaNet HQ, thanks to the PG&E linecrews for their work.

December 21, 2025 at 4:18 PM The Nevada City area power outage has been reduced to 2,265 customers.

December 21, 2025 at 4:05 PM The road closure on South Pine from Spring St to Sacramento St will last approximately another two hours. Plan accordingly.

December 21, 2025 at 3:56 PM Power outage affecting the Town of Washington, Alleghany, Downieville and Sierra City. 1,248 customers out of power, estimated time of restoration is 9:30 pm.

December 21, 2025 at 2:53 PM From Grass Valley/Nevada City Fire Department: Road Closure – Power Lines Down. Your firefighters are at scene of a tree suspended on active power lines with lines down in Nevada City. S. Pine St is closed from Sacramento St to Spring St. This is a hazardous situation and PG&E crews are on scene. Please use alternate routes and avoid the area. ETA for road reopening is unknown at this time.

December 21, 2025 at 2:33 PM PG&E now reports 3,549 customers affected in the Nevada City area. The initial estimate is to have power on by 5:30 pm.

December 21, 2025 at 2:22 PM Power outage at YubaNet HQ, and in Nevada City.

December 21, 2025 at 1:32 PM Tree blocking the eastbound lane on Banner Quaker Hill west of Pasquale Rd. Public Works to the rescue.

December 21, 2025 at 1:30 PM Victorian Christmas in Nevada City, a rain or shine event, from now until 6:00 pm. This is the final event of the season. We recommend taking one of the shuttles from the Rood Center, or Bodhi Hive, to save your patience to deal with the rain – not the parking.

December 21, 2025 at 12:40 PM Mountain IC reports a maintenance person will take care of the mall leak, all units are available.

December 21, 2025 at 12:32 PM Gas hazard, smell of propane outside, in the Mountain Air MHP. Units dispatched.

December 21, 2025 at 11:45 AM Large tree branch in the roadway on westbound Hwy 20 just west of Melody Ln.

December 21, 2025 at 11:27 AM Nevada IC reports this is a false alarm, releasing incoming units.

December 21, 2025 at 11:22 AM Units at scene on Nevada City Hwy report nothing showing, business as usual.

December 21, 2025 at 11:20 AM Commercial fire alarm sounding on Nevada City Hwy, at the Arco gas station.

December 21, 2025 at 10:59 AM Accident on Rough and Ready Hwy at Valley Dr, one car off the roadway.

December 21, 2025 at 10:47 AM Neighbors have cut up the tree blocking Retrac Way. The roadway is clear again.

December 21, 2025 at 10:40 AM Non-injury accident on northbound Hwy 49 at the Empire St off ramp. The turn lane should be clear momentarily.

December 21, 2025 at 10:34 AM Power outage on Polaris Drive in Grass Valley, no estimated time of restoration yet.

December 21, 2025 at 10:19 AM Tree down, blocking the westbound lane on Retrac Wy at Lime Kiln Rd.

December 21, 2025 at 9:52 AM Prolonged Period of Wet Weather Expected this Weekend through the Holiday Week. Major Holiday Mountain Travel Impacts on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. A series of atmospheric rivers will bring widespread moderate to heavy precipitation and isolated thunderstorms through the holiday week. Flooding expected in susceptible urban and low-lying areas, including small streams and creeks. Periods of gusty southerly winds through mid-week. Strongest winds today, Wednesday, and Thursday.

December 21, 2025 at 9:36 AM Oak tree into the back of a house in Alta Sierra, no structural damage, firefighters are returning to their station.

December 21, 2025 at 8:47 AM Tree down on Moss Court on the San Juan Ridge, NSJ Fire is at scene.

December 21, 2025 at 7:58 AM Rockslides:

• Hwy 49 at Marysville Rd, a landslide and rocks in the roadway.
• Hwy 49 at Moonshine Rd, rocks and debris in the roadway
• Dog Bar Rd at Mount Olive, the northbound lane is blocked by a rockslide.

December 21, 2025 at 7:51 AM A tree into the lines along Deer Creek has affected 31 customers on Wyoming, Old Downieville and American Hill in Nevada City. Estimated time of restoration is 10:45 am. On Nevada City Hwy, four customers in the area of KFC are affected by broken underground equipment. Estimated time of restoration is 12:30 pm.

December 20, 2025 at 5:03 PM Units at scene on Brewer report the fire is extinguished, they can handle.

December 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM Passenger vehicle fire on Hwy 49 at Brewer, units dispatched.

December 20, 2025 at 10:03 AM NWS Sacramento short update:

Today: Light, scattered showers and high elevation snow will continue through the morning, before more widespread precipitation moves in later this afternoon and evening.

Sunday thru Tuesday: Moderate to heavy rain, high elevation snow, and gusty winds. The heaviest precipitation is expected to move through Saturday night through Sunday morning. Moderate rain impacts in the Valley, foothills, and mountains with minor snow impacts. Snow levels 8000+ ft initially on Sunday, before lowering 7000-7500 feet Monday night

Christmas Eve – Christmas Day: Moderate to Major impacts are still on track. Heavy rain, mountain snow, and gusty southerly winds expected. Snow levels between 5500-6000 ft.

December 26 & onward: Moderate rain and snow impacts continue on Friday as another round of moderate to heavy rain moves through. Snow levels lower to around 5000 ft. Beyond that, there’s still a high degree of forecast uncertainty regarding impacts and totals.

December 20, 2025 at 7:40 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.

December 19, 2025 at 9:24 PM Overturned car on Hwy 174 at Peardale Rd, the westbound lane of Hwy 174 is blocked. Emergency services are at scene.

December 19, 2025 at 9:15 PM Units at scene on La Barr Meadows report this is a solo vehicle accident, car is off the road. They’re checking for injuries now.

December 19, 2025 at 9:12 PM Accident on La Barr Meadows Rd, two vehicles involved, units dispatched.

December 19, 2025 at 8:49 PM Quick update on what to expect weatherwise and catching up with both Nevada County OES and Public Works. We’ll be providing regular updates as the series of storms unfolds.

December 19, 2025 at 5:17 PM Highway IC advises ambulance is transporting one patient to the trauma center.

December 19, 2025 at 5:05 PM Highway IC reports one fatality, one patient in critical condition and two moderately injured patients. IC requesting an air ambulance if available, weather conditions may prevent helicopters from taking of.

December 19, 2025 at 4:55 PM Units at scene on Hwy 49 report multiple patients, injuries. All units to continue in.

December 19, 2025 at 4:48 PM Accident on Hwy 49 at the South Yuba bridge, solo vehicle off the roadway. Units dispatched.

December 19, 2025 at 3:35 PM In case you’re wondering why the canals are so low in the area: “Due to the upcoming storms, Nevada Irrigation District canals will be lower than usual through Monday, December 22nd.”

December 19, 2025 at 8:48 AM A Flood Watch has been issued from Saturday evening through next week Friday evening for the entire Sacramento Valley, northern San Joaquin Valley, Sierra Nevada and adjacent foothills, as well as the Coastal Range.

From the National Weather Service in Sacramento: We’re going into this series of atmospheric rivers following a prolonged dry spell, which is a good thing considering we have a lot of rain on the way. Soils will eventually become saturated, resulting in runoff into the area waterways. Current thinking is the mainstem rivers will remain below flood stage. Right now CNRFC is forecasting 7 points in the area to reach action stage — 4 along the Sacramento River, 2 along the Cosumnes River, and 1 along the Tuolumne River. The smaller creeks and streams will likely respond and rise faster. Expect problems in the usual low-lying locations and urban areas too.

December 19, 2025 at 6:58 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.

December 18, 2025 at 7:04 PM This time of year, U.S. Postal Service Carrier Jesse Mehew works 10 to 12 hour shifts and walks 11.5 miles a day – roughly 26,000 steps – delivering mail and holiday packages to 712 customers on his route in Grass Valley. His is one of 32 routes in Grass Valley, in total delivering anywhere between 10,500 to 14,500 packages daily during the holiday rush compared to 8,000 in the offseason. This week, the Grass Valley team delivered 74,167 parcels. Thanks to all the mail carriers out there!

December 18, 2025 at 5:14 PM Tree fell on the back of a pickup on Pierite Rd, gate to a house is blocked.

December 18, 2025 at 1:56 PM Reader B. Douglas Jensen shares this photo of last night’s Victorian Christmas in Nevada City.

December 18, 2025 at 12:42 PM The Cement Hill pup has been reunited with his humans. All is well.

December 18, 2025 at 12:17 PM From a reader in the Cement Hill area. This lost pup, a grey doodle or maybe standard poodle, showed up. No tags. Please call 530-205-8779 if this is your pup.

December 18, 2025 at 8:25 AM Time to start paying attention to the forecast. Prolonged period of wet and unsettled weather through at least Christmas. Sunday into at least the middle of next week: confidence increasing in a wetter, colder, and more impactful storm moving into the area.

December 18, 2025 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.

December 17, 2025 at 6:55 PM Accident on southbound Hwy 174 just past the bridge. Units are at scene.

December 17, 2025 at 3:15 PM Please be advised that all stops on Broad St, from Hwy 49 to Sacramento St, including Coyote & Washington, are closed due to Victorian Christmas. The Rt 1 will detour up Nevada St. to Uren St. then return to the regular route on Hwy 49.

December 17, 2025 at 1:17 PM A school bus is stuck in the mud on Pleasant Valley Rd at Wildwood Ranch Rd, relief bus is scheduled to arrive within 20 minutes.

December 17, 2025 at 12:13 PM Southbound Hwy 49 at Dorsey Drive has transformed into an obstacle course with several large trash bags in the roadway. Please slow down, it’s foggy and the bags are all over both lanes.

December 17, 2025 at 11:08 AM Non-injury accident on East Main St in Grass Valley, units at scene.

December 17, 2025 at 7:11 AM Nevada County Transit Services is pleased to announce our 12 Days of Holiday Cheer free fare event is here! Nevada County Connects and Nevada County Now (paratransit service) are offering free fare service between Dec. 17th – 31st. Be advised that Transit Services will not run on Dec. 25th and January 1st.

December 17, 2025 at 6:52 AM Units at scene on North Bloomfield have located an abandoned car in a ditch about 1/4 mile from the intersection with Hwy 49.

December 17, 2025 at 6:46 AM Car off the roadway on Hwy 49 and North Bloomfield. Vehicle spun out, units dispatched.

December 17, 2025 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.

December 16, 2025 at 6:18 PM Units at scene report it is a burnt candle on a heater, no fire. Releasing all resources.

December 16, 2025 at 6:12 PM Units are a scene on No Name Wy. Incoming units to stage on Squirrel Creek.

December 16, 2025 at 6:06 PM Residential structure fire, smoke coming from the heater, on No Name Dr across from Lexington Wy off Squirrel Creek Rd. Units dispatched.

December 16, 2025 at 5:45 PM The storm door is open and the systems are marching in. Be like OES, prep for winter now.

December 16, 2025 at 4:02 PM Accident on southbound Hwy 49 at Smith Rd, units at scene.

December 16, 2025 at 3:33 PM All remaining units will be released from the chimney fire in approximately ten minutes, no extension to the attic.

December 16, 2025 at 3:21 PM Crews have contained the chimney fire and are checking for any extension. Medic units are being released, per Forest IC.

December 16, 2025 at 3:13 PM Forest IC states they can handle with resources at scene, ventilating the smoke out of the house now.

December 16, 2025 at 3:07 PM Units at scene on Lake Forest Dr report nothing showing from the outside, they are investigating now.

December 16, 2025 at 3:04 PM From reader Gina: Two tiny dogs, one black and one tan, are running around Mystic Mine and Pierite Road in the Bitney Springs Area. They seem friendly, and kind of confused.

December 16, 2025 at 3:01 PM Reported residential structure fire, chimney fire, on Lake Forest Drive in Lake Wildwood. Units dispatched.

December 16, 2025 at 1:30 PM The Nevada County Coroner’s Office was notified on 12/8/2025 that the human remains discovered off a hiking trail near the South Yuba Bridge in Nevada City on March 25, 2025, were identified by California Department of Justice as 55-year-old Aaran Sloan Taylor. Taylor was known to frequent the Miner’s Trail area of Nevada City. The official cause of death remains pending the final autopsy report but is not believed to be a suspicious death. The coroner’s office has attempted to identify and locate any next of kin for Aaran Taylor, to no avail. If anyone has information that could assist in locating next-of-kin for Aaran Taylor, please contact the Nevada County Sheriff Coroner’s office at coroner@nevadacountyca.gov or 530-265-1321

December 16, 2025 at 12:22 PM Power lines across the roadway on Meadow Dr in the Peardale area, units are at scene.

December 16, 2025 at 11:17 AM All resources are being released from the Grizzly incident.

December 16, 2025 at 8:35 AM Crews are working on knockdown, there is minimal extension to the wildland.

December 16, 2025 at 8:30 AM Law enforcement requested to report to the structure fire on North Bloomfield. First unit at scene reports a fully involved structure. All resources to continue in.

December 16, 2025 at 8:24 AM Reported hazards at the structure fire include numerous propane tanks, explosions and possible ammunition explosions heard. Some extension to the vegetation reported.

December 16, 2025 at 8:17 AM Possible structure fire on North Bloomfield near Grizzly Hill Rd on the San Juan Ridge. Units dispatched.

December 16, 2025 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.

December 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM Two loose dogs on Doris Dr are creating a traffic hazard. They don’t know that but drivers should know better.

December 15, 2025 at 1:52 PM Power has been restored to the remaining PG&E customers. Thanks to reader Mike for the heads up.

December 15, 2025 at 1:14 PM The outage has been reduced to 1,644 customers above Lake Wildwood and extending along Pleasant Valley and John Born, according to PG&E.

December 15, 2025 at 12:54 PM The outage has just expanded to another circuit, now affecting another 2,199 customers all the way into Grass Valley. A total of 4,168 customers are now affected.

December 15, 2025 at 12:34 PM Power outage affecting 2,203 customers above Penn Valley, Bitney Springs and Newtown area.

December 15, 2025 at 11:36 AM NWS Sacramento update finally has some rain in the forecast.

December 15, 2025 at 10:49 AM Three horses and a cattle dog on Lazy Valley Rd and Penn Valley Dr. Watch for the twelve hooves and the guardian pup.

December 15, 2025 at 10:47 AM A dog is running in the roadway on Lodestar near Brewer Rd. Please keep your pups safe!

December 15, 2025 at 10:30 AM Reported gas hazard in Nevada City near Sacramento St, units dispatched for smell of gas in a home – he house has been evacuated.

December 15, 2025 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.

December 14, 2025 at 9:09 PM Hwy 49 at the South Yuba bridge is clear.

December 14, 2025 at 8:13 PM One air ambulance ordered as a precautionary measure for the accident on Hwy 49 near the South Yuba bridge.

December 14, 2025 at 8:06 PM First unit has arrived at the accident near the South Yuba bridge.

December 14, 2025 at 7:58 PM Accident approximately 1/2 mile from the South Yuba bridge on Hwy 49, vehicle vs hill, units dispatched.

December 14, 2025 at 5:42 PM Units at scene have made contact with the homeowner who calls it an under control prescribed burn, approx. 50 by 60, one engine to continue in.

December 14, 2025 at 5:37 PM Units in the Lower Colfax area and Emily Ct have located a fire consistent with an escaped burn pile. Requesting some additional engines.

December 14, 2025 at 5:28 PM Possible escaped burn pile on Lower Colfax Rd, units dispatched.

December 14, 2025 at 12:44 PM The shuttle buses for Victorian Christmas in Nevada City are running from the Eric Rood Center and Bodhi Hive. Make it easy, park and get into town via the shuttles.

December 14, 2025 at 9:44 AM NWS update: While the pattern shift toward unsettled weather is still expected this week, precipitation onset is trending toward Tuesday for the N. Sac Valley, becoming more widespread late Tuesday into Wednesday. Breezy to gusty south-southwest winds are likely as active weather prevails, with strongest winds currently trending toward the end of the week. Overall light precipitation is generally expected through the middle of the week, although isolated thunderstorm chances remain in the forecast on Wednesday. Periodic precipitation chances look to continue late week into next weekend, with higher rainfall totals currently forecast for this time frame. Snow levels throughout the week are expected to remain around 8000′ or higher. There is some potential for snow levels to drop to around 6500′-7000′ by Saturday, but the forecast for next weekend remains highly uncertain at this time.

December 14, 2025 at 7:20 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning.  Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.

December 13, 2025 at 7:09 PM A reminder: The Geminid meteor shower will sparkle across the skies this December, peaking on the evenings of December 13 and 14. This meteor shower is known for being bright and colorful, made up of debris trailing the asteroid 3200 Phaethon. To catch the Geminids peak, look to the eastern sky all evening on Dec. 13 and Dec. 14. The meteors will appear near the bright planet Jupiter. With the darkest possible skies, you could see up to 120 Geminid meteors per hour.

December 13, 2025 at 6:40 PM The weather was perfect for the 34th Nevada County Food and Toy Run. The annual event drew thousands of bikers who brought new toys, food and gifts for local families in need. Photos and video here.

December 13, 2025 at 3:57 PM Non-injury accident at the Hwy 49/20 junction in Nevada City. The roadway is clear.

December 13, 2025 at 9:37 AM NWS update: A shift toward unsettled weather remains on track next week, but initial onset of light showers is trending toward late Monday/Tuesday for the northern Sacramento Valley/surrounding terrain, with more widespread chances mid to late week. Breezy to gusty south to west winds are still expected at times throughout the week.

December 13, 2025 at 9:13 AM A reminder: The 34th Nevada County Food and Toy Run starts at noon at the Rood Center, through downtown Nevada City to Grass Valley, down Mill St and concludes at the Fairgrounds. Toy Run staff and volunteers will be at the Nevada County Fairgrounds to accept donations of non-perishable food items and gifts on Saturday the 13th from 8 to 12. Any donations after that time can be made at the front desk of the Toy Run in the Main Building at Gate 1, Nevada County Fairgrounds.

December 13, 2025 at 9:10 AM Motorcycle accident on East Main and Joerschke Dr, checking for injuries now.

December 13, 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.

December 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM Single vehicle on fire, fully involved, with a small spot of vegetation, on Camptonville Rd at Tippee Canoe Rd. Units arriving at scene.

December 12, 2025 at 1:31 PM Firefighters have completed extrication at the McKnight accident.

December 12, 2025 at 1:29 PM McKnight IC reports four patients, one moderate injuries and three minor.

December 12, 2025 at 1:25 PM McKnight is closed due to the three-car accident.

December 12, 2025 at 1:21 PM Vehicle accident, extrication required, on East McKnight and Hwy 49 in front of Target. Units at scene.

December 12, 2025 at 12:27 PM A large piece of lumber is having a lay down in the merge lane on Hwy 49 at Combie Rd.

December 12, 2025 at 10:15 AM Zion IC confirms it’s a false alar,. all units are available.

December 12, 2025 at 10:08 AM Commercial fire alarm sounding on Zion St in Nevada City, single automatic report. Units dispatched.

December 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM Vista IC reports they can handle with resources at scene. They fire has been contained to the engine, no batteries involved.

December 12, 2025 at 8:53 AM Vista IC reports the fire is confined to the locomotive, no extension to any train cars carrying hazmat.

December 12, 2025 at 8:50 AM Units at scene report it is the second locomotive on the train that has caught fire. The train has stopped.

December 12, 2025 at 8:47 AM All incoming units to stage at Hwy 174 and Rollins Lake Rd.

December 12, 2025 at 8:45 AM Reported train car fire in the Colfax area, emergency services in contact with UP to stop the train. Hazardous materials on board the train.

December 12, 2025 at 6:59 AM Tomas, the wandering feline, has returned to his human servants. All is well.

December 12, 2025 at 5:51 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.

December 11, 2025 at 9:00 PM From a reader: Missing 1 year old kitten named Tomas, a grey shorthair with a tiny white tuft on his chest – last seen around noon Thurs 12/11 near the El Favorito side of Mill St. Please help us find him. He has 2 kids missing him. Contact 831-277-1817 if you’ve seen/have him.

December 11, 2025 at 5:22 PM The Nevada County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) and the Nevada County Adult Services Department are sharing a warning to Nevada County residents that a new scam, this one by mail, is attempting to lure recipients into sharing personal information by convincing them of an alleged inheritance waiting for them.

December 11, 2025 at 2:24 PM Now it’s a large brown dog wandering in the roadway on Excelsior Rd near Bitney Springs. Please check that your pup is safe.

December 11, 2025 at 1:19 PM A medium-sized brown dog is running eastbound in the roadway on Lime Kiln Rd near McCourtney.

December 11, 2025 at 1:04 PM Smoke is present over wide areas in Nevada and Placer counties due to multiple burn piles. There is no active wildfire at this time. No escaped burn piles either. Let’s keep it that way.

December 11, 2025 at 12:12 PM Multiple reports of smoke and a possible escaped burn pile in the Brewer Rd and Nancy Way area. Units are in the area, additional engines dispatched.

December 11, 2025 at 10:56 AM This is a novel traffic hazard: A box of shotgun shells all over the roadway on eastbound Hwy 20 near Penn Valley Dr.

December 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM It’s podcast time. Watch Elisa Parker and Sheila Cameron in this week’s edition of Local Picks as they talk about food, drink and the Ugly Sweater Show, coming to this space on Dec. 17. Find the podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

December 11, 2025 at 6:58 AM The NWS forecast offers a slight chance of precip next week: Cool temps with fog/low clouds at low elevations and dry, warm weather at higher elevations persists today through much of the weekend. While exact timing remains a bit uncertain, there is increasing confidence in the weather pattern becoming more unsettled by next week, with rain showers expected alongside breezy south winds at times.

December 11, 2025 at 5:54 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.

December 10, 2025 at 10:11 PM Units at scene on Candy Ln report they can handle, canceling all incoming resources.

December 10, 2025 at 10:09 PM Smell and audible gas leak reported on Candy Ln in Grass Valley, units at scene.

December 10, 2025 at 7:17 PM Firefighters are at scene, securing the propane leak.

December 10, 2025 at 7:14 PM Units dispatched for a smell of gas in a home on Chaparral Dr. The home has been evacuated.

December 10, 2025 at 5:32 PM Reported roadside spot on Hwy 174 near Bear River Pines, being worked on by locals. Units dispatched.

December 10, 2025 at 3:36 PM A pro tip if you plan on attending Victorian Christmas in Nevada City. Parking at the Rood Center is free and then it’s only a short walk or shuttle ride into town.

December 10, 2025 at 3:02 PM Santa’s on the move! Spotted at Robinson Enterprises as the caravan was taking off for the Toys for Tots event.

December 10, 2025 at 10:15 AM Confirmed false alarm on Broad St.

December 10, 2025 at 10:10 AM Alarm sounding on Broad St in Nevada City. Units are at scene and report nothing showing, they’re investigating.

December 10, 2025 at 9:38 AM Nevada County Sheriff’s Office has released an update on last night’s incident in Penn Valley.

December 10, 2025 at 6:05 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.

December 9, 2025 at 9:51 PM NCSO update: Public Safety Announcement: Deputies and detectives of the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office are actively investigating an incident off of Carrie Ann Ln. in Penn Valley, after receiving several reports of suspected gunfire. Three individuals are presently detained with a fourth individual arrested. There are no known reported injuries at this time. However, it is undetermined as of now if any additional subject(s) are outstanding. Neighboring residents are in encouraged to stay indoors and away from the area as the investigation continues this evening. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to call the Nevada County Regional Dispatch Center at (530) 265-7880. Updates will be provided when possible.

December 9, 2025 at 9:02 PM Carrie Ann Lane is temporarily closed to traffic.

December 9, 2025 at 8:46 PM Law enforcement has cleared a residence on Carrie Ann.

December 9, 2025 at 8:33 PM Law enforcement is in the area, additional units reqested.

December 9, 2025 at 8:26 PM Medical and fire are staging near the Creekside Village Mobile Home Park and Pleasant Valley Rd, reports of possible shooting or shots heard in the area.

December 9, 2025 at 3:52 PM Accident on southbound Hwy 49 near the McKnight off ramp, units dispatched. The fast lane is blocked.

December 9, 2025 at 3:40 PM Brewer Rd is open again, patient has been transported.

December 9, 2025 at 2:55 PM Solo vehicle accident, car off the roadway at the intersection of Brewer and Wolf Creek. Units dispatched.

December 9, 2025 at 2:11 PM Cars blocking the roadway on Gold Dr at Squirrel Creek Rd. Use caution in the area, you never know if someone will jump out of the cars…

December 9, 2025 at 10:21 AM Ignitions continue today in the Challenge area prescribed burn on the Tahoe National Forest. 173 acres of piles are planned to be burned during favorable conditions.

December 9, 2025 at 10:03 AM Celebrate Ugly Sweater Day with YubaNet. Dust off the mothballs and embrace the itch/ick factor. Friday, Dec. 19th, is officially Ugly Sweater Day! We want to spark a little community joy by showcasing your most spectacular (and/or questionable) holiday knitwear. Whether a vintage thrift store find or a homemade masterpiece, please text your photo to 530-478-9600 or email it to engage@yubanet.com. Be sure to include your first name and, if there’s a story woven into those threads, we’d love to hear that too.

December 9, 2025 at 7:44 AM NWS forecast seems to be on repeat: Morning patchy fog continues the next few days. A slight warming trend begins today and continues through the end of the week, before temperatures cool again over the weekend.

December 9, 2025 at 5:57 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.

December 8, 2025 at 10:19 PM Wiggins IC reports extensive overhaul and mop-up operations will keep resources at scene for 2-3 hours.

December 8, 2025 at 10:08 PM Firefighters have knockdown on the fire on Wiggins.

December 8, 2025 at 9:44 PM Units at scene on Wiggins report flames visible and active fire on arrival. All units to continue in.

December 8, 2025 at 9:28 PM Reported residential structure fire (attic fire) on Wiggins Way in the higgins, units dispatched. The house has been evacuated.

December 8, 2025 at 4:57 PM Rattlesnake IC is releasing most of the units, the intersection of Rattlesnake and Dog Bar is blocked at this time.

December 8, 2025 at 4:34 PM Firefighters at Rattlesnake have completed one extrication, working on the second one.

December 8, 2025 at 4:23 PM Units at scene on Rattlesnake report three cars involved, one overturned vehicle. Additional units requested.

December 8, 2025 at 4:15 PM Three-car accident on Rattlesnake Rd near Dog Bar, possible extrication required. Units dispatched.

December 8, 2025 at 4:12 PM Droopy is back with his family. All is well.

December 8, 2025 at 2:48 PM From a reader: This is Droopy. He has gone missing from John Born Rd., Penn Valley. He is very friendly. If you have him or have seen him please call or text (530) 718-0720. We miss him! Thank you.

December 8, 2025 at 2:02 PM Non-injury accident on Indian Springs near McCourtney, the roadway is clear and no injuries have been reported.

December 8, 2025 at 1:26 PM Happy belated birthday Joanne! From reader Megan: My gramma, Joanne Leonhard, turned 100 on 11/10/25. We got together for the celebration and attached is a picture with us 5 generations.

December 8, 2025 at 12:31 PM There is drift smoke from multiple burn piles over Hwy 174 near Meadow Dr.

December 8, 2025 at 10:59 AM Rader Joan wants to share reason #152487 why this is a great community: “My husband and I are both senior seniors and were having a bit of trouble loading our grocery bags into the trunk of our car, along came a gentleman on a crutch. Part of his leg was missing, yet he stopped and helped us. Thank you wonderful person.”

December 8, 2025 at 8:22 AM The roadway at Rough & Ready Hwy and Ridge Rd is clear again.

December 8, 2025 at 8:14 AM Transit services update: Be advised that Route 1B (Grass Valley – Nevada City 8:30am – 5:00 PM) will not run on Monday December 8th. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Route 1A will operate regular service from 6:20am – 7:30pm.

December 8, 2025 at 8:03 AM Units are at scene of the accident, medics are assessing two patients. The intersection is partially blocked.

December 8, 2025 at 7:50 AM Accident on Rough & Ready Hwy and Ridge Rd, two cars involved, units dispatched.

December 8, 2025 at 6:47 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.

December 7, 2025 at 7:11 PM Please use extreme caution on Hwy 49 in the Nevada City area. Victorian Christmas had a record attendance and many people are walking back to their vehicles parked on the fogline of Hwy 49, North Bloomfield etc. Pro tip: There are two shuttles ($8 fare) running from the Rood Center or Bodhi Hive to downtown Nevada City – easy.

December 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM A quick NWS update: Patchy Valley fog continues today, with similar chances for fog to continue on Monday. Seasonably high temperatures continue today and through early this week, with a slight warming trend still expected around mid-week.

December 7, 2025 at 9:43 AM Hwy 20 at Washington Rd is fully open again.

December 7, 2025 at 8:57 AM Units at scene on Hwy 20 at Washington can handle, one lane of Hwy 20 is open with traffic control.

December 7, 2025 at 8:45 AM Per Grass Valley Police: Thank you to those who shared out post. Joy has been located and being checked out by medics from the Sierra Nevada Memorial Ambulance.

December 7, 2025 at 8:39 AM Head on collision, three vehicles involved, on Hwy 20 at Washington Rd, units dispatched.

December 7, 2025 at 8:27 AM Silver alert issued by Grass Valley CHP on behalf of the Grass Valley Police Department:

Last seen: E. Empire St. and Kate Hayes St., Grass Valley. Search and Rescue units are assisting in the search.

December 7, 2025 at 8:26 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.

December 6, 2025 at 12:08 PM East IC reports this is a false alarm, all resources are being released.

December 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM Fire alarm sounding on East Main St in Grass Valley, units are at scene investigating.

December 6, 2025 at 10:01 AM Successful rescue from abandoned mine shaft in the Peardale area. Great job everyone!

December 6, 2025 at 8:37 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.

December 5, 2025 at 9:08 PM Accident on La Barr Meadows Rd at Dog Bar Rd, the southbound lane is blocked. No injuries reported.

December 5, 2025 at 6:16 PM The reported lab explosion is now just a burn pile. One engine to continue in, all others can cancel.

December 5, 2025 at 6:13 PM All units are now clear to enter per NCSO.

December 5, 2025 at 6:09 PM Per Pioneer IC, all resources to stage on Jones Ridge Rd and Red Dog.

December 5, 2025 at 6:01 PM Units arriving at scene on Jones Ridge, reporting a locked gate. They are making access now, with NCSO.

December 5, 2025 at 5:51 PM Reported residential structure fire, possible lab explosion, on Pioneer Ridge Rd off Jones Ridge Rd in the Red Dog area. Numerous units dispatched.

December 5, 2025 at 4:34 PM The Wildwood incident is fully contained at 0.69 acres.

December 5, 2025 at 4:19 PM Wildwood IC reports forward progress has been stopped, mop-up operations are beginning.

December 5, 2025 at 4:11 PM Wildwood IC reports about 1/4 acre now, heading uphill. There is a driveway above. Visibility in the area is very bad due to fog.

December 5, 2025 at 4:07 PM From a reader: I found this lovely little lady on Lidster and Cypress Hill. She’s very friendly and kind. No collar so I don’t know who to call. She’s very eager to get home! Call 805-648-2921 if she’s your pup.

December 5, 2025 at 4:06 PM First unit at scene on Wildwood Dr reports a 60 by 80 spot, burning at a slow rate of spread. All units to continue in for now.

December 5, 2025 at 4:04 PM Escaped burn pile on Lake Wildwood Dr, units dispatched. Described as a 60 by 60 burn now.

December 5, 2025 at 11:37 AM Canceling all resources dispatched, no fire located.

December 5, 2025 at 11:35 AM Units in the area are attempting to locate the reported car fire, so far nothing visible.

December 5, 2025 at 11:32 AM Reported passenger vehicle fire on Whiting St in Grass Valley, units dispatched. White pickup in a parking lot, the vehicle is unoccupied.

December 5, 2025 at 8:19 AM Nevada County Connects update: Be advised that Route 1B (Grass Valley – Nevada City 8:30am – 5:00 PM) will not run on Friday December 5th. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Route 1A will operate regular service from 6:20am – 7:30pm.

December 5, 2025 at 7:23 AM Reader Lucas sets the tone with this photo taken on Mooney Flat Rd. There is a dense fog advisory in effect!

December 5, 2025 at 6:46 AM Non-injury accident on Pleasant Valley Rd at Hwy 20, the roadway is clear.

December 5, 2025 at 6:13 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning.  Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.

December 4, 2025 at 9:54 PM All fire units are clearing the accident on Alexandra, CHP is at scene.

December 4, 2025 at 9:39 PM Vehicle fire on Alexandra Way has been extinguished by locals.

December 4, 2025 at 9:34 PM Solo vehicle accident on Alexandra Way in Alta Sierra, occupants are out of the car. Vehicle is starting to catch fire, units dispatched.

December 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM Bovine stroll alert on Rough and Ready Hwy at Valley Dr, ambling southbound from of Hwy 20.

December 4, 2025 at 4:39 PM Here is the inaugural edition of our “Local Picks” in arts, culture and local happenings. Welcome our hosts Elisa Parker and Sheila Cameron as they talk about how to enjoy the magic of the holidays locally.

December 4, 2025 at 2:54 PM Two-car accident on southbound Hwy 49 at Lime Kiln, no injuries reported.

December 4, 2025 at 2:18 PM Estimated time of restoration for the 958 customers is 4:00 pm.

December 4, 2025 at 1:58 PM Power outage affecting 958 customers in the Hwy 20 corridor and Scotts Flat area. No estimated time of restoration yet.

December 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM It’s not ‘land stewardship’ vs ‘building resiliency’ – it’s all taking care of the land. Take a moment to read this please and let us know what you think.

December 4, 2025 at 10:19 AM Tahoe National Forest firefighters are igniting 46 acres of piles today on the French Meadows project.

December 4, 2025 at 8:26 AM For those who received the earthquake alert, it was sent through the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) system, it was not a faulty CodeRED alert. CodeRED is still not back in service. The earthquake has been deleted from the USGS Earthquake map. The USGS website states: On December 4, 2025, the ShakeAlert EEW system released an incorrect alert for a magnitude 5.9 earthquake near Reno and Carson City, Nevada. The event did not occur, and has been deleted from USGS websites and data feeds. The USGS is working to understand the cause of the false alert.

December 4, 2025 at 8:17 AM The reported earthquake has been removed from the USGS map and database – no explanation given.

December 4, 2025 at 8:10 AM A preliminary magnitude 5.9 earthquake has been detected near Dayton in Nevada, northeast of Carson City. Numerous residents in Nevada County have received an earthquake alert related to the incident.

December 4, 2025 at 5:42 AM Today is a permissible burn day in Nevada County and Sierra County. For maximum smoke dispersion, please burn between 9 AM – 3 PM. Burn only dry, natural vegetation that grew on the property where you are burning.  Never burn garbage, construction debris, painted wood, wet piles, or piles composed primarily of leaves and pine needles. Burning is always prohibited inside the city limits of Nevada City and Grass Valley.

December 3, 2025 at 4:18 PM Accident on northbound Hwy 49 near Cameo, the roadway is clear.

December 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM Accident on Ridge Rd near Banner View Dr in Grass Valley, no injuries reported.

December 3, 2025 at 11:40 AM Red IC reports they have determined the cause of the reported fire, burnt plastic on the woodstove. Canceling all incoming units.

December 3, 2025 at 11:29 AM Reported residential structure fire on Red Dog Rd, the home has been evacuated. Numerous units dispatched.

December 3, 2025 at 6:57 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.

December 2, 2025 at 3:31 PM A car with smoking brakes is creating some consternation on southbound Hwy 49 at the McKnight off ramp. No flames visible.

December 2, 2025 at 1:55 PM Reader Chris found this older cat today on East Main Street across from the U-Haul business. The feline has been sleeping most of the day, but hopefully his human will call 757-609-7498 to bring him home for the night.

December 2, 2025 at 12:25 PM A pile of brush and tree limbs is creating a traffic hazard on northbound Hwy 49 at the Brunswick on ramp. That’s not an approved green waste dump site!

December 2, 2025 at 11:15 AM Units at scene on Penn Valley Dr are requesting an air ambulance to the school field.

December 2, 2025 at 11:06 AM Accident on Penn Valley Drive just north of Spenceville. One car into a tree, major damage, units are at scene.

December 2, 2025 at 10:03 AM Non-injury accident on northbound Hwy 49 just north of McKnight. Pickup truck with a trailer spun out and ended up on the embankment.

December 2, 2025 at 9:23 AM Accident on Hwy 174 at Powerline Rd, no injuries reported. The roadway is partially blocked.

December 2, 2025 at 7:23 AM NWS update: Patchy fog and mist being observed this morning, may impact the morning commutes through the Valley. Highest concentration of fog/mist is in the central Sacramento Valley, northern San Joaquin Valley, and Delta. High clouds are helping keep the fog much less dense than the previous few days. Seasonable high temperatures today, with some sunshine sneaking in throughout the day. Breezy offshore winds today, then gusty north to east winds are expected to develop Wednesday and continue into early Thursday morning. Strongest winds are expected on Wednesday through the Sacramento Valley, Delta, and over the Sierra.

December 2, 2025 at 12:00 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.

December 1, 2025 at 5:52 PM Unknown metal object in the roadway on eastbound Hwy 20 at Penn Valley Dr. Several vehicles on the right-hand side.

December 1, 2025 at 12:25 PM John IC requests one engine to continue in, all others can cancel.

December 1, 2025 at 12:21 PM Units at scene on John Born report nothing showing, all incoming units reduce to code 2.

December 1, 2025 at 12:17 PM Residential structure fire, chimney fire, on John Born Rd in Penn Valley, units dispatched.

December 1, 2025 at 10:36 AM Accident on Hwy 174 at Dalmation Dr, units at scene.

December 1, 2025 at 7:44 AM Firefighters have located a BBQ on a deck, no deck on fire. Canceling all incoming units.

December 1, 2025 at 7:43 AM The caller who reported the fire on Carol Dr now believes the fire might be on Hazel. Resources in the area are still attempting to locate.

December 1, 2025 at 7:40 AM Units are in the area, attempting to locate the reported fire, so far nothing visible.

December 1, 2025 at 7:35 AM Reported residential structure fire, deck on fire, on Carol Dr off Doris Dr. Numerous units dispatched.

December 1, 2025 at 12:01 AM A reminder: Scheduled three-week full closure of Hwy 49 (SR 49) in Auburn at the intersection of Lincoln Way/Borland Avenue, starting at 6 a.m. Monday, December 1 for construction of the roundabout. The closure will extend south along SR 49 to the American River Confluence and remain in place with a detour available through 6 a.m. Monday, December 22.

December 1, 2025 at 12:01 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.

December 1, 2025 at 12:00 AM You can find last month’s log here.