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public-safety21 days ago•2 min saved

Moss Landing battery storage fire triggers shelter-in-place and road closures

Firefighters responded to a structure fire at the Moss Landing Power Plant’s north side early Friday, triggering shelter-in-place orders for nearby areas as CAL FIRE and the EPA monitor air quality; Dolan Road is closed between Highway 1 and Via Tanques Road and traffic on Highway 1 is affected, while local schools are sheltering indoors. The Moss Landing site includes large battery storage facilities, including a Vistra Energy unit with a history of battery fires, and cleanup is ongoing.

via ksbw.com|

#battery-storage #cal-fire #highway-1

crime1 month ago•6 min saved

Widow of Cal Fire captain gets 36-to-life for fatal stabbing

Yolanda Marodi, 54, was sentenced to 36 years to life after pleading guilty to second-degree murder for fatally stabbing her wife, Cal Fire Captain Rebecca Marodi, in February 2025. She also admitted a prior voluntary manslaughter conviction. The case included evidence that Rebecca wanted to leave the marriage, including messages and Ring camera footage; Marodi fled to Mexico before being arrested. The DA called the murder vicious and emphasized accountability for domestic-violence crimes.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#cal-fire #california #crime

local1 month ago•2 min saved

Crews slow Colorado Fire near Yosemite as evacuations continue

Crews slowed the Colorado Fire near Yosemite in Mariposa County, where evacuations remain in place and Highway 140 is closed from Briceburg to the Bug Hostel; the fire, sparked by a bus-vs-cement-truck crash on Hwy 140, had burned at least 250 acres with about 45 structures threatened and more than 120 personnel on scene as of early Wednesday, with humidity expected to slow progression.

via KCRA|

#cal-fire #evacuations #highway-140

local1 month ago•5 min saved

Big Sur Timber Fire Expands to 4,545 Acres, 503 Structures Threatened

The Timber Fire near Big Sur has grown to 4,545 acres and is just 7% contained, with 503 structures threatened; there have been no injuries or losses reported. About 1,842 personnel are on scene as Highway 1 remains closed and multiple Monterey County evacuation zones remain active. Crews are reinforcing containment along the southern edge and toward the Coast Ridge Trail, while cooler coastal conditions are expected in coming days, though areas east of the fire remain warmer and drier. A Friday community meeting at the Big Sur River Inn will provide updates.

via KSBW|

#big-sur #cal-fire #evacuations

local1 month ago•4 min saved

Big Sur Timber Fire Expands to 2,000 Acres, Threatens 259 Structures

The Timber Fire near Big Sur has grown to 2,000 acres and is 5% contained, with 259 structures threatened. About 500 personnel are on scene, focusing on protecting homes along Highway 1 in rugged terrain using ground crews and air support. Evacuation orders are in effect for several zones and warnings for others, with a Carmel Middle School shelter and Red Cross resources established for evacuees. Highway 1 remains open as officials monitor conditions; the cause is under investigation. Warmer, drier weather with a slight chance of storms could influence suppression in the coming days.

via KSBW|

#big-sur #cal-fire #evacuations

california1 month ago•5 min saved

Timber Fire in Big Sur prompts evacuations as it spreads to 1,700 acres

A fast-growing wildfire in Big Sur—the Timber fire—has grown to about 1,700 acres and is only 5% contained, triggering evacuation orders for iconic spots like Nepenthe, Henry Miller Memorial Library, and the Alila Ventana Big Sur, with Pacific Coast Highway closed to nonresidents. About 300 firefighters were on scene with multiple aerial assets, while conditions including steep terrain, dry heat and variable winds hinder containment; Cal Fire has assumed command and opened an evacuation shelter at Carmel Middle School as residents and visitors flee to safety.

via Los Angeles Times|

#big-sur #cal-fire #california

local2 months ago•2 min saved

Big Sur Braces for Timber Fire as It Reaches 800 Acres

The Timber Fire near Big Sur has grown to about 800 acres and remains only 5% contained as of Monday morning, prompting immediate evacuation orders for zones MRY-F026 and MRY-F027 (including the Ventana Inn) and evacuation warnings for adjacent zones. Residents in orders should evacuate with belongings and pets, while those in warnings should prepare to leave if required. CAL FIRE notes rapid growth due to steep, rugged terrain and heavy fuels, with significant aerial and ground resources deployed; the fire is southeast of Loma Vista in Los Padres National Forest, and the cause is under investigation. No structures or injuries have been reported, and officials continue to monitor the situation as it develops.

via ksbw.com|

#big-sur #cal-fire #evacuation-orders

local2 months ago•4 min saved

Gann Fire Gains Ground in Calaveras County, Evacuations Eased

Crews have gained ground on the Gann Fire in Calaveras County, with about 40% containment and over 10,000 acres burned (18 structures destroyed), as evacuations ease. A woman found dead in a burned Angels Camp home has been identified, and suspect Herbert Wayne Smith is in custody after being accused of starting the fire. Gov. Newsom declared a State of Emergency. Shelters for people and animals are open, and road closures and evacuation centers remain in place with roughly 3,100 personnel on scene.

via KCRA|

#cal-fire #california #evacuations

local2 months ago•2 min saved

Gann Fire near New Hogan Lake Keeps Calaveras Evacuations In Place

The Gann Fire, which began near Hogan Dam and Gann Roads by New Hogan Lake, has burned at least 2,100 acres with no containment as of 5:52 a.m. and prompted evacuations for zones CCU-147, CCU-139, CCU-110 and CCU-109 (with an advisory for CCU-130). More than 250 personnel, including Firehawk helicopters, are fighting the blaze. A dozer rollover injured a firefighter and a fire engine crash occurred on a blocked road. Evacuation centers are at Jenny Lind Memorial District in Valley Springs; a separate shelter at 300 W Daphne St accommodates animals, and livestock can go to the Calaveras County Fairgrounds in Angels Camp. The Calaveras Unified School District is monitoring air quality and will keep schools open with outdoor activities potentially modified.

via KCRA|

#cal-fire #calaveras-county #evacuations

fire2 months ago•21 min saved

Feliz Fire Near Hopland Grows to 872 Acres as Evacuations Continue

Feliz Fire near Hopland expanded to about 872 acres with roughly 10% containment; one firefighter was injured and medevacked, and the cause remains under investigation. U.S. 101 is open through Hopland with some one‑way traffic control near the fire as crews strengthen containment; evacuation orders remain in effect for parts of the area with warnings in others, while hundreds of personnel and multiple aircraft support the response.

via Redheaded Blackbelt|

#cal-fire #evacuation #feliz-fire

local2 months ago•2 min saved

Little Fire triggers evacuations as Alameda County blaze swells to 700 acres near Pleasanton

A wildfire south of Pleasanton, dubbed the Little Fire, has burned about 700 acres with 0% containment, prompting evacuation orders for multiple zones (PLS-079, PLS-080, PLS-081, PLS-082, PLS-103) including the Ruby Hill area and neighborhoods along Vineyard Avenue. An evacuation center opened at the Pleasanton Senior Center. CAL FIRE and local fire departments are fighting the blaze with three air tankers, three helicopters, dozers and hand crews, but wind and limited access to the fire head are hampering suppression.

via ABC7 Bay Area|

#alameda-county #cal-fire #evacuations

local2 months ago•19 min saved

Morgan Fire Near Mount Diablo Grows to 50 Acres as Evacuation Warnings Are Issued

A fast-moving wildfire near Mount Diablo grew to about 50 acres by 5:48 p.m., prompting evacuation warnings for Zones CCC-249 and CCC-250 though no orders were issued yet. Fire crews from Contra Costa County Fire Protection District and Cal Fire battled the blaze from air and ground in rugged terrain, aided by eight Type 1 air tankers and four helicopters. An earlier estimate of 125 acres was revised downward with better mapping. Officials urged residents to prepare to evacuate, gather essential items, monitor official alerts, and be ready to leave immediately if an evacuation order is issued.

via Patch|

#cal-fire #contra-costa-county #evacuation-warnings

local4 months ago•3 min saved

Camp Pendleton brush fire prompts evacuation warnings in Oceanside

A fast-moving brush fire on Camp Pendleton’s November Training Area burned over 500 acres, prompting evacuation warnings for parts of Oceanside and the evacuation of the Oceanside Golf Course; officials said no evacuations were ordered yet, while residents were urged to prepare to leave and head to El Camino High School if needed. Firefighters attacked the blaze from the ground and air. By late afternoon, forward progress had stopped and evacuation warnings were lifted; the cause is under investigation.

via New York Post|

#brush-fire #cal-fire #camp-pendleton

weather1 year ago•2 min saved

Tornado Strikes Scotts Valley, Flipping Cars and Causing Chaos

A tornado struck Scotts Valley, California, causing several injuries, including a CAL FIRE battalion chief, though no fatalities were reported. The tornado, confirmed by the National Weather Service, overturned vehicles and caused significant damage, particularly around the shopping district on Mt. Hermon Drive. Injured individuals have been taken to local trauma centers, with more serious cases prioritized. Authorities have blocked off affected roads as they assess the situation.

via KSBW Monterey|

#cal-fire #injuries #national-weather-service

environment1 year ago•1 min saved

Canyon Crest Fire Containment Eases Evacuation Warnings in Riverside

The Canyon Crest Fire, which started on Thanksgiving evening east of Los Angeles, has grown to 250 acres, prompting evacuation warnings in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. As of early morning, the fire was 0% contained, posing a threat to life and property. Residents in affected areas are urged to evacuate, especially those needing extra time or with animals. Multiple fire agencies, including Cal Fire and San Bernardino County Fire, are actively working to contain the blaze using various resources.

via ABC News|

#cal-fire #canyon-crest-fire #environment