State Government State Encourages Residents To Follow Wildfire Evacuation Orders September 14, 2015 | Katie Orr California fire officials are warning people not to delay evacuating from wildfire areas if they’re told to leave. Listen / Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Environment How To Help Victims Of Butte, Valley Fires September 14, 2015 | Steve Milne The American Red Cross is operating evacuee centers for people displaced by the Valley and Butte fires. Those wanting to help should check with the centers and relief organizations for information on current needs, as they often change daily.
Environment California Drought Factor In Rapid Growth Of Wildfires September 14, 2015 | Ed Joyce Fire managers say the historic drought is a major factor in the rapid spread and growth of recent wildfires in California. Listen / Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Environment Animal Shelters Help Care For Pets And Livestock Displaced By Butte Fire September 14, 2015 | Rich Ibarra The Butte Fire has forced hundreds of evacuations in Calaveras and Amador Counties. Local animal shelters have stepped up to care for pets and livestock. Listen / Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Developing Environment Damage Totals Mounting For Butte Fire September 13, 2015 10:15 p.m. - Cal Fire says 135 homes and 83 other structures have been destroyed in the Butte Fire, which is burning in Amador and Calaveras counties. As of Sunday evening, the blaze stands at 65,300 acres and is 25 percent contained.
Developing Environment Valley Fire At 50,000 Acres, Report Of One Fatality September 13, 2015 UPDATE 9:10 p.m. - The Valley Fire has killed at least one person, and destroyed more than 400 homes and businesses. It is burning out of control south of Clear Lake in Lake and Napa counties. The blaze has grown to 50,000 acres with no containment.
Environment Northern And Central California Wildfires Weekend Updates September 13, 2015 A look at the details of some of the major fires burning in northern and central California. The incidents are updated several times throughout the day, as new information becomes available.
Environment Valley Fire In Lake County Explodes to 25,000 Acres; Mandatory Evacuations September 12, 2015 UPDATE 11:28 p.m. Cal Fire reports the Valley Fire has exploded to 25,00 acres, and has forced mandatory evacuations in Lake County. Four Cal Fire firefighters were burned, and are in stable condition at UC Davis Medical Center.
Environment Butte Fire: 86 Homes, 51 Outbuildings Burned; Mandatory Evacuations September 12, 2015 Sunday 8:04 a.m. Containment of the Butte Fire has increased to 20 percent, but evacuation orders remain for San Andreas, Mokelumne Hill, and Pine Grove. At least 86 homes and 51 outbuildings have been destroyed.
Environment Butte Fire Grows To Nearly 65,000 Acres, Spreading In All Directions September 11, 2015 UPDATE 11:55 p.m. - Cal Fire says the Butte Fire has grown to 64,728 acres, with containment reduced to 5 percent. The fire continues to expand in all directions. Evacuation notices updated.
