Most Humboldt County areas will see “good” to “moderate” air quality, with possible periods of “unhealthy air quality for sensitive groups” according to a North Coast Unified Air Quality Management District release. According to the release, coastal, inland and southern areas are expected to have “good” to “moderate” air quality, with possible periods of “unhealthy air quality […]
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Wildfire Smoke to Hit ‘Unhealthy’ Levels in Some Areas
The Red Salmon Complex — which now includes the Jones Point Fire near Hoopa — stands at 7,031 acres with 30 percent containment, according to this morning’s update. Of most concern is the larger Red Fire — at 6,146 acres and 14 percent containment — as adverse weather conditions move into the region this week. […]
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Red Flag Warning: Wildfires Possible in Northeast Humboldt County
National Weather Service Eureka has issued a Red Flag Warning for a small sliver of Humboldt county (as well as Del Norte, Siskiyou and Trinity counties) from noon to 10 p.m. today. “An upper disturbance, coupled with increased instability and moisture, will lead to scattered thunderstorms across portions of Trinity and Siskiyou counties this afternoon […]
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PG&E to Talk Power Shutoffs in Webinar for Humboldt, Surrounding Counties
PG&E is hosting a webinar tomorrow for residents of Humboldt, Trinity and Siskiyou counties to hear details of its Community Wildlife Safety Program and plans for making any needed Public Safety Power Shutoffs “smaller in size, shorter in length and smarter for customers.” Humboldt was plunged into darkness twice in October when wildfire dangers in […]
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Fire and Food in Karuk and Yurok Communities
Traditional Native methods of prescribed burning aren’t just helping protect forests on the North Coast. According to an article published by Civil Eats, the controlled burns and ancient agroforestry practices are on their way to reestablishing forest-grown food staples, reviving traditional foodways and working toward food sovereignty. The article, produced with Mongabay, details how Karuk […]
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Update: I-5 Back Open
Update: Caltrans reports Interstate 5 has reopened between Redding and Mount Shasta. UPDATE: I-5 between Redding and Mt. Shasta is OPEN. Travel is reduced to one lane in each direction for approximately 17 miles. Motorists are asked to drive with caution, obey all traffic control operations and be patient. Lengthy delay. FLAMMABLE VEHICLES ARE NOT […]
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Mendo Complex Gets Containment Date, but no Estimate for Carr Fire
While a string of fires continue to burn to the north, south and east of Humboldt County, air quality is expected to be in the good to moderate stage although some inland areas, such as Garberville, will have “widespread haze,” according to the North Coast Unified Air Quality Management District. Fire officials are now giving […]
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Wildfire Smoke Likely to Impact Air Quality
Parts of the North Coast, including Orleans and the Hoopa, Van Duzen and Mad River areas, may experience periods of unhealthy air quality conditions today and this evening due to wildfires. According to the North Coast Unified Air Quality Management District, winds coming from the northwest will help disperse the smoke from the Carr Fire […]
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Local Firefighters Helping to Battle Devastating Wildfires
Local firefighters have joined thousands of others from around the state to battle a series of wildfires raging to the south and east of Humboldt County that combined have burned more than 200,000 acres and taken at least six lives. Currently, 32 firefighters from nine Humboldt County agencies are assisting suppression efforts, contributing personnel and […]
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UPDATE: 15 Confirmed Deaths, Dozens Missing in Fires, 101 Reopens
UPDATE: Some 17 fires have raced through areas of California over the past two days with 15 confirmed deaths, another 100 people reported missing and an estimated 115,000 acres burned when a perfect storm of gusty winds and low humidity swept across the state. Gov. Jerry Brown has declared a state of emergency in Mendocino, […]
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UPDATE: Arcata’s 911 Back Up, Eureka and Fortuna Having Issues With Non-Emergency Lines
UPDATE: Arcata’s 911 system is back up after a phone outage connected early today due to the devastating wildfires burning to the south. At least two other Humboldt County cities are also experiencing phone issues, but not with emergency service lines. The Eureka City Hall’s lines are down and the Fortuna Police Department reports that […]
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The Smoke is No Joke
If you’ve been (or even looked) outside this weekend, you’ve noticed the air has been thick with visible fog-like smoke. And chances are, depending on your location, you’re feeling the effects in some measure. In a press release, the North Coast Unified Air Quality Management District warned of hazardous conditions in Orleans, Weitchpec and Hoopa due […]