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Calaveras County parent arrested for breaking school bus door during highway stop

A mother in Calaveras County, California, was arrested and charged with vandalism after she broke the glass door of a school bus to confront the driver. The incident occurred on August 24, 2026, when the bus stopped on Highway 49 due to rowdy student behavior. Video footage shows students exiting through windows and the parent climbing inside the vehicle. The Calaveras County Unified School District confirmed the event led to a temporary disruption of one bus route, while the Sheriff’s Office noted that law enforcement responded to a disturbance involving the parent and the driver.

via Action News 5|

#calaveras-county #crime-and-public-safety #parental-intervention

crime-and-public-safety1 month ago•2 min saved

Calaveras County Parent Arrested After Breaking School Bus Door Glass

A parent was arrested for vandalism after breaking a school bus door during a chaotic incident in Calaveras County, California. The event began when a bus driver stopped the vehicle to address student behavior, leading to a student exiting through a window. The parent, Nichole Wellington, arrived at the scene, refused to wait for law enforcement, and broke the bus door glass before climbing through a window to confront the driver. While some parents criticized the driver’s handling of the situation, others supported the driver’s decision to prioritize safety. The district confirmed the bus was stopped for only four minutes initially, and law enforcement arrived 14 minutes later. The incident has prompted discussions about parental intervention versus established school safety protocols.

via KCRA|

#arrest #calaveras-county #crime-and-public-safety

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Calaveras County Neighbor Steps Up After Gann Fire Devastation

After defending his own home as the Gann Fire approached, Calaveras County resident Chris Cobb now checks on neighbors who can’t yet return, tends to animals, and keeps generators running while delivering tough news about losses. The fire burned about 10,374 acres with 47% containment and more than 1,600 personnel on scene, and Cobb’s property sustained significant losses including a trailer, structures, and a pontoon boat.

via KCRA|

#calaveras-county #community-aid #evacuation

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California wildfire claims life of dog breeder who refused to evacuate for her German Shepherds

A California dog breeder, Susan Solari of Hinterland German Shepherds in Angels Camp, was killed when the Gann Fire ripped through her home after she reportedly refused to evacuate to save her dogs; neighbors described urging her to leave. The fire has burned over 10,000 acres and is about 40% contained, with investigators looking into its origin and any link to Solari’s death.

via New York Post|

#calaveras-county #california-wildfires #deaths

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Gann Fire Update: Evacuations Continue as Containment Edges Up in Calaveras

The Gann Fire near Hogan Dam in Calaveras County has burned about 10,373 acres with 10–19% containment as of Aug. 6, destroying 7 structures and injuring one firefighter in a dozer rollover. Mandatory evacuations remain in multiple zones, road closures are in place, and shelters are opened for people and livestock. An arrest has been made in connection with starting the fire (Herbert Wayne Smith), though he claims it was accidental. More than 2,700 firefighters, including Firehawk helicopters, continue containment and suppression efforts.

via KCRA|

#calaveras-county #containment #evacuations

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Birthday scrap-cutting sparks Gann Fire; man says it was an accident

A 65-year-old Valley Springs man, Herbert Wayne Smith, says he did not intend to start the Gann Fire in Calaveras County while cutting scraps for money. He was arrested on charges including recklessly causing a fire and related offenses. The blaze has burned more than 9,000 acres, prompted evacuations and a local emergency, and containment efforts are underway as federal funding supports the response; nearby schools closed temporarily due to smoky air amid ongoing investigations.

via KCRA|

#calaveras-county #california-wildfires #gann-fire

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Gann Fire Expands to 7,000+ Acres, Prompting Evacuations and School Closures in Calaveras County

The Gann Fire near Hogan Dam in Calaveras County has grown to 7,052 acres with about 10% containment, triggering evacuations for multiple zones, closures of Calaveras Unified School District sites, and air-quality concerns as roughly 1,500 personnel—including Firehawk helicopters—fight the blaze; emergency shelters for people and animals opened and a local state of emergency was declared.

via KCRA|

#air-quality #calaveras-county #evacuations

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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

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Gann Fire triggers evacuations near New Hogan Lake

Evacuation orders were issued for zones CCU-147, CCU-139, CCU-110 and CCU-109, with an advisory for CCU-130, as the Gann Fire near Hogan Dam/Gann Road at New Hogan Lake grew to about 2,100 acres. Evacuation centers are open in Valley Springs (Jenny Lind Memorial District) and Angels Camp for livestock, with additional shelter for domesticated animals. A firefighter was injured in a dozer rollover and a fire engine crash blocked a road. Calaveras Unified School District will keep schools open with precautions while crews monitor conditions.

via KCRA|

#calaveras-county #evacuation #gann-fire

energy3 years ago•4 min saved

Massive Power Outages Plague Calaveras and Tuolumne Counties

Thousands of PG&E customers in Calaveras and Tuolumne counties experienced power outages due to weather conditions, including heavy rain and lightning strikes. The outages affected customers in various locations, but power has been restored to the Calaveras County area. PG&E is working to restore power to affected customers as quickly and safely as possible.

via KCRA Sacramento|

#calaveras-county #energy #pgande

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West Nile Virus Spreads in California Counties

Calaveras County in California has issued a public health alert after confirming the first case of West Nile Virus (WNV) this year. The county health officer emphasizes the importance of prevention and awareness, urging residents to eliminate mosquito breeding areas, use insect repellent, maintain screens, and limit outdoor activity during peak mosquito hours. The county also advises pet owners to protect their animals from mosquitoes.

via MyMotherLode.com|

#calaveras-county #health #mosquito-borne-illness