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85,000 gallons of untreated sewage reported in Lake Tahoe, health advisory in effect
(FOX40.COM) — Placer County officials have announced that a health advisory is in effect for those in the Carnelian Bay area of Lake Tahoe following a sewage spill that occurred on Thursday evening. The advisory comes after 85,000 gallons of untreated sewage escaped from a nearby main sewage line break on Thursday night along Highway […]
Auburn State Parks lifeguards jump into action to rescue 2 juveniles from the American River
As people continue to try and beat the heat officials are reminding people to stay safe on the waterways. "We spend most of our day patrolling around, watching the water and the confluence is one of our most active spots for visitation," said Brady Bennigson, State Parks Lifeguard. While the...
Grasshoppers invading Placer County: What gardeners need to know
Residents of Placer County, especially in Roseville and Lincoln, have noticed an increase in grasshopper activity this summer. The culprits are short-horned Melanoplus spp. grasshoppers, identifiable by their green or straw-colored bodies. These pests are damaging gardens, leading to concerns about how to mitigate their impact. They prefer young green...
Incident Update – Saturday, July 20 – Carnelian Bay Sewer Spill
Carnelian Bay West and Patton Landing beaches remain closed, health advisory still in effect. This is an update for Saturday, July 20, 2024, for the Carnelian Bay Sewer Spill incident that occurred on Thursday evening, July 18, 2024, as a result of a private contractor striking the North Tahoe Public Utility District’s (NTPUD) main sewer export pipeline.
Forward progress stopped on Lehi Fire in Placer County
PLACER COUNTY, Calif. — Cal Fire battled a fire that threatened structures in Placer County Friday night. The fire had a "moderate rate of spread" and started burning near Lehi Lane in Newcastle, according to Cal Fire Nevada-Yuba-Placer. Fire officials say the fire was started by a lawnmower in dry grass.
Sewer Line Struck by Contractor in Carnelian Bay, Lake Tahoe Spared from Pollution
Lake Tahoe experienced some unexpected disruptions this past Thursday when a contractor inadvertently struck a sewer line in Carnelian Bay, sending waste spilling into a nearby parking lot. The accident occurred just after 8 p.m., according to reports from KOLOTV, prompting immediate action from local authorities. The Placer County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene, and while initial concerns loomed large over potential environmental damage, they confirmed that the sewage did not reach the waters of Lake Tahoe.
Lake Tahoe sewage leak causes temporary road closure in Carnelian Bay
CARNELIAN BAY, Calif. — A highway along Lake Tahoe has reopened Friday morning following a sewage leak, the Placer County Sheriff's Office said. Roads were closed after 8 p.m. Thursday when a contractor working in Carnelian Bay hit the main sewer export pipeline. Sewage from the pipeline overflowed into a parking lot and reached the lake, officials said.
Sewage leak prompts closure of Carnelian West Beach in North Lake Tahoe
CARNELIAN BAY – A sewage leak in the Lake Tahoe area community of Carnelian Bay was caused by a contractor hitting the main pipeline, officials say. The incident started around 8 p.m. Thursday. According to the North Tahoe Public Utility District, a main sewer export pipeline was damaged near Dollar Hill and Carnelian Woods.
Placer County Man Charged with Attempting to Arrange Los Angeles Hotel Party to Exploit Minors
A Placer County man faced his initial court appearance after being accused of trying to organize a hotel party in Los Angeles where he allegedly intended to have sexual encounters with minors. Michael Batchelor, 30, faces multiple charges, including one count of attempted production of child pornography, one count of attempted enticement of a minor to engage in criminal sexual activity, and one count of distribution and possession of child pornography. The U.S. Attorney's Office in Los Angeles confirmed these allegations in a recent announcement.
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