Mariposa Fire Mountain Community Fire Information
Students at Muir and Burbank elementary schools in Merced are demonstrating compassion by donating coats to help other children in the community. Members of ‘The Lunch Bunch,’ a donation club … Click to Continue »
Read More »As winter nears, watch for new risks to Valley air quality
Windy conditions forecast for the Central Valley this week are raising the possibility of poor air quality, although recent precipitation may help keep dust from blowing around, the San Joaquin … 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 »Pine Flat, Millerton lakes rise thanks to winter rains
Recent storms pour more water into lakes in Central, Northern California Millerton, Pine Flat lakes well below capacity as rain season starts to wane … Click to Continue »
Read More »Kern River Rd Winter Burning 2015/16 (Prescribed Fire)
As conditions permit, fire personnel from the Kern River Ranger District are conducting prescribed burns – presently in the community of Riverkern – approximately 5 miles north of the town of Kernville, along Mountain 99. Burning may proceed on and off throughout the
Read More »Prescribed Fires Planned for Fall and Winter
Yosemite National Park Fire Managers are planning a series of prescribed fires in the park. The prescribed burns would start in mid-October however they are dependent on weather and fuel conditions. Shorter days and cooler temperatures provide fire managers optimal prescribed burning conditions.
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