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The Lucas Fire has expanded to 4,008 acres near the Mendocino and Lake County line, with containment at 15% as of Saturday afternoon. A Red Flag Warning remains in effect through Monday due to high winds and low humidity. Approximately 1,300 personnel are assigned to the incident, and evacuation orders persist across multiple zones in both counties.
The Lucas Fire has rapidly expanded to over 4,000 acres in Northern California, triggering mass evacuations and a local emergency declaration. Starting as a small blaze in Potter Valley, the fire has grown significantly due to remote terrain and high winds, with containment currently at 15%.
A heat wave is forecast for inland Mendocino, Humboldt and Trinity counties this week, with triple-digit highs and Trinity County possibly reaching 114–116°F on Tuesday and Wednesday; inland Mendocino could hit 100s–108, while coastal Humboldt stays cooler in the 60s–70s. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for interior areas, starting Monday, with heat potentially persisting into the end of the week. Patchy smoke may affect the region, and residents should stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity during peak sun, check on vulnerable neighbors, and ensure pets have shade and water.
A fast-moving Feliz Fire in Mendocino County grew from about 40 acres to more than 500 acres in under three hours, prompting urgent evacuation orders, closures along Highway 101, an evacuation center in Ukiah, and nighttime firefighting efforts as crews work to slow the blaze; the cause is under investigation.
The Feliz Fire began in Mendocino County on Saturday, Aug. 1, prompting evacuation orders and the closure of Highway 101 near Hopland as crews work to contain the blaze.
A 5.6 magnitude quake near Willits in Mendocino County rattled Northern California, with damage but no injuries, as several strong earthquakes occurred worldwide on the same day. Seismologists say there’s no evidence of a connection and that the timing is coincidental; inspectors are assessing damaged buildings, and officials stress the importance of ongoing earthquake preparedness in California.
A magnitude-5.6 earthquake struck near Redwood Valley in Mendocino County, injuring people, causing thousands to lose power, and prompting visible damage in communities from Willits to Upper Lake; officials are coordinating damage inspections and safety responses as aftershocks are expected, with Governor Newsom and emergency services closely monitoring the situation.
A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Willits in Mendocino County, Northern California at 8:10 a.m. local time, with USGS placing the depth at 8.1 kilometers; a 2.5-magnitude aftershock followed minutes later.
A magnitude-5.6 earthquake struck northern California near Redwood Valley in Mendocino County, about 8.1 miles deep and felt across the Bay Area at 8:10 a.m. PT; a smaller 2.5 aftershock followed in the same area. There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage, and officials say a tsunami is not expected as Gov. Newsom’s office says he’s been briefed and monitoring ongoing.
A 78-year-old woman in Mendocino County’s Redwood Valley died after being bitten three times by a rattlesnake while walking on rural property. Her death marks the third fatality in California during this unusually active snake season, driven by unseasonable warmth and rain that brings snakes out of burrows as more residents head outdoors. While bites are common, fatalities are rare; stay on designated trails, give snakes space, and call 911 and the California Poison Control System if bitten.
A major landslide completely blocks Highway 1 south of Elk, closing both lanes with no estimated reopening time. Debris and a downed tree cover the roadway near post mile 31, and a Pepsi semi was stuck in the Elk Bridge switchbacks due to the closure. The Garcia River Bridge closure (PM 17–18.5) from last night remains in effect. Motorists should use alternate routes and check Caltrans QuickMap or social updates for real-time conditions.
The sprawling California estate featured in the HBO series Sharp Objects is set to be auctioned next month with no minimum bid, potentially selling for as little as $1. The 1,745-acre, five-bedroom property, previously sold for $6.5 million, served as a key filming location for the thriller starring Amy Adams. Located in Mendocino County, the estate boasts expansive views, a 4,900-square-foot barn, and potential for wine cultivation. The property, listed for $8 million in June, is now being auctioned by DeCaro Auctions International, offering a unique opportunity for buyers seeking a large landholding.