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Wheatland man arrested, accused of starting Adams Fire in Lake County
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — A Wheatland man is accused of weed-eating in dry grass, leading to the start of the Adams Fire in Lake County. According to CAL FIRE, the man – only identified as being from Wheatland – was arrested on three misdemeanor charges. The Adams...
Oroville Man Arrested for Allegedly Setting Backfire During Thompson Wildfire Incident
A 61-year-old man was arrested in Butte County Tuesday afternoon after he reportedly set a controlled backfire to combat the Thompson Fire, an effort that authorities claim put the public and firefighting personnel at risk. As ABC10 reports, Harold Pulley was taken into custody after he set a quarter-acre backfire close to the Thompson Fire, which he ignited using a propane torch off the Oro Quincy Highway; this occurred hours after the initial wildfire had begun northeast of Oroville.
Oroville man arrested for setting a backfire during the Thompson Fire
BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. - An Oroville man was arrested for setting a backfire during the Thompson Fire on July 2, CAL FIRE said. The Thompson Fire ignited off Cherokee Road in Oroville just before 11 a.m. on July 2. On the same afternoon, a man was seen setting a backfire...
Most evacuation orders are lifted, but a Northern California wildfire is still burning
The "vast majority" of the 17,000 people under orders or warnings because of the Thompson fire north of Sacramento were able to go home. But an intensely hot weekend could make things worse.
In California, Thompson Fire impacts Oroville Dam and powerhouse
CAL FIRE/Butte County Fire Department reported on the morning of July 4 that the Thompson Fire near Oroville, Calif., has destroyed four structures, with four firefighters injured, and involves 3,568 acres. The fire is only 7% contained, and the cause is under investigation. In its incident report, CAL FIRE/Butte County...
California’s Thompson Fire 46% Contained, Most Residents Return Home
As of Thursday afternoon, the Thompson wildfire in northern California was contained enough for most of the roughly 17,000 residents who had been evacuated to return home. The fire began near Oroville on Tuesday, but was 46 percent contained as of Friday morning, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire).
Record heat wave fueling multiple California wildfires
Firefighters working in record heat are making progress against a wall of flames north of Sacramento that's forced thousands to leave their homes. Meanwhile, about 200 miles south of Oroville, the fast-moving French Fire triggered evacuation orders. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more.
California firefighters battling Thompson Fire contend with simmering heat
With most of California trapped in an unrelenting heat dome, the high temperatures are creating major challenges for firefighters battling the massive Thompson Fire near Oroville, which has forced the evacuation of thousands of people. Elise Preston has more.
Wheatland man accused of causing Adams Fire in Lake County
(FOX40.COM) — A Wheatland man is facing charges in connection with the 16-acre Adams Fire in Lake County on Wednesday, according to CAL FIRE. Investigators determined the mad had been using a weed-eater in dry grass when it sparked and started the fire. He is facing misdemeanor charges for violation of Health and Safety Code […]
Lake Oroville Community Update- July 5, 2024
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) has resumed normal operations at Oroville Field Division (OFD) while continuing to monitor the Thompson Fire in Oroville. Evacuation orders by the Butte County Sheriff have been lifted for State Water Project facilities including the Hyatt Powerplant, OFD’s main office on Glen Drive, the Lake Oroville Visitor Center in Kelly Ridge, and Oroville Dam Crest Road to the main spillway overlook area.
Crowds pack Auburn State Recreation Area, battle for parking, spot along shore
PLACER COUNTY, Calif. — Crowds of people packed Auburn State Recreation Area early on the Fourth of July, trying to claim a parking spot and a place on the shore. Multiple people told KCRA 3 that cars arrived at the Auburn State Recreation Area as early as 6:30 a.m.
Thompson Fire: Salvation Army deployment locations
Forebay Aquatic Center, 930 Garden Drive in Oroville. - This location primarily feeds first responders. - There will be a canteen on site, preparing and serving sack lunches (400 daily). - Sack lunches will be served from 5AM-6AM and from 4PM-5PM. - 75 meals will be served at breakfast (7:30AM),...
Road closure in Gridley due to structure fire
GRIDLEY, Calif. — East Gridley Road is currently closed due to an active structure fire, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). CHP officials say their Oroville officers, along with CAl Fire and the Gridley Police Department, are currently working the structure. They say the roadway is currently closed due to equipment at scene.
Firefighters make progress against California fire, but heat risks grow in the West
OROVILLE, Calif. — Firefighters made progress Friday against a California wildfire that triggered extensive evacuation orders, but damage assessments raised the number of destroyed structures to 25, and forecasters said heat and fire risk were expanding on the West Coast. Containment of the Thompson Fire near the Butte County...
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