Mariposa Fire Mountain Community Fire Information
After snacking on fried pretzels at the Lunch Box Cafe earlier this month, Jay Smith sat in the narrow shade of his patio and started scanning video footage on a … Click to Continue »
Read More »Mariposa County wildfire prompts evacuation of Bootjack, Cal Fire says
A wildfire broke out Friday in Mariposa County, prompting evacuations of a nearby town, according to Cal Fire. Cal Fire said about 10 acres were ablaze close to 4 p.m. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Flooding prompts Merced County state of emergency
Rain and snowmelt have led Merced County to declare a state of emergency due to flooding, which local elected officials viewed from the air during a helicopter tour on Friday … Click to Continue »
Read More »Rain and more rain prompts flood watch
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for much of Central California on Monday, warning that coming rainfall and melting snow could cause rivers and streams to rise. A … Click to Continue »
Read More »West Nile virus prompts Valley warnings
More mosquito samples testing positive locally and statewide Sentinel chicken found in Los Banos tested positive Increased rains, warmer weather means more mosquitoes … Click to Continue »
Read More »Wildfire Prompts Evacuations In Sequoia National Park
A wildfire burning in Sequoia National Park has prompted evacuations. The fire has burned 30 acres so far. And the park service says the evacuations are a precaution. The fire started near the Potwisha Campground. Several campgrounds and picnic areas have been evacuated. The National Park Service has dispatched aircraft …
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