Mariposa Fire Mountain Community Fire Information
Yosemite National Park Ranger Aaron Smith received the Pacific West Region Harry Yount Award, given annually for excellence in “rangering.” Smith was recognized for his overall impact, record of accomplishments, and excellence in traditional ranger duties. He will be considered, along with six other National Park Service regional award winners, …
Read More »Yosemite National Park Ranger Robert “Rob” Lewis Receives Pacific West Region Harry Yount Award
Yosemite National Park Ranger Robert “Rob” Lewis received the Pacific West Region Harry Yount Award, given annually for excellence in “rangering.” Lewis was recognized for his overall impact, record of accomplishments, and excellence in traditional ranger duties. He will be considered, along with six other National Park Service (NPS) regional …
Read More »Evacuations ordered near Coulterville as fires break out throughout the region
Firefighters battled blazes across the region, including one near Coulterville that has prompted mandatory evacuations in the area. The Wheeler fire broke out Monday afternoon near Coulterville, according to the … Click to Continue »
Read More »Northern Region Lightning Incident
Northern Region Lightning Incident Incident Information: Last Updated: September 14, 2017 9:13 am Date/Time Started: September 13, 2017 9:45 am Administrative Unit: County: Location: various areas throughout Northern California Acres Burned – Containment: State Incidents Lassen Modoc Unit • 5 new fires for a total of 49 fires. Largest fire …
Read More »White House promises more federal aid for Lake Tahoe region
The White House on Wednesday announced a series of new funding and environmental programs to address the deteriorating health of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding forests caused in part by the increasing temperatures brought about by climate change. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced High winter guard fourth in Western Region competition
Merced High winter guard performed to an a cappella version of Sia’s ‘Chandelier’ Young guard improved with each performance Group setting its sights on next year’s championships in Ohio … Click to Continue »
Read More »Yosemite National Park Ranger Robert “Rob” Lewis Receives Pacific West Region Harry Yount Award
Yosemite National Park Ranger Robert “Rob” Lewis received the Pacific West Region Harry Yount Award, given annually for excellence in “rangering.” Lewis was recognized for his overall impact, record of accomplishments, and excellence in traditional ranger duties. He will be considered, along with six other National Park Service (NPS) regional …
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