Detwiler Fire Swells to 70,096 acres, 10% contained, 29 Structured Burned, 5 Damaged, 1,500 Threatened, 3,175 Personnel Working Fire
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/20/2017 08:12 AM
Mariposa, CA...Today, fire behavior remained active. Firefighters faced high temperatures along with dry and drought stressed chaparral and grass. Steep and inaccessible terrain continue to challenge control lines. The fire encroaches on culturally and historically sensitive areas. The fire continues to threaten power lines to the S. of the incident which supply power to Yosemite National Park. Firefighters on the ground as well as aircraft are actively working to contain and suppress the fire. We ask for the public to heed all evacuation orders and warnings. For information about how to prepare for evacuation please visit: www.readyforwildfire.org.
Twain Harte, CA...A unique race in the Mother Lode and beyond. This annual event is held in Twain Harte, and is brought to the community by the local Rotary Club. Take a look and see the many ways a fully functioning outhouse can take on charm and character!
Red Cross Operating Five Shelters for Detwiler Fire Evacuees
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/20/2017 12:52 PM
Sacramento, CA...The Red Cross shelter at Groveland Community Hall is now closed. Evacuees who stayed at the Groveland facility have been relocated to the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. New evacuees in the area are encouraged to go to the fairgrounds for assistance. The American Red Cross is operating the following shelter locations for residents impacted by the Detwiler Fire:
EV Free Church, 50443 High School Road, Oakhurst, CA 93644
Sierra Vista Presbyterian Church, 39696 Highway 41, Oakhurst, CA 93644
Mountain Christian Center, 40299 Highway 49, Oakhurst, CA 93644
Cesar Chavez Junior High, 161 S. Plainsburg Road, Planada, CA 95365
Mother Lode Fairgrounds, 220 Southgate Drive, Sonora, CA 95370
Stanislaus National Forest Enacts Temporary Fire Restrictions in High Hazard Areas
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/20/2017 02:59 PM
Sonora, CA...Due to high fire danger, the Stanislaus National Forest enacted temporary fire restrictions in High Hazard Areas on July 20, effective through the end of the official 2017 fire season. Included are the High Hazard Area map (Exhibit A), the Forest Order (Exhibit B) and the exemptions list (Exhibit C). Information on fire restrictions and the Forest Order are available at https://go.usa.gov/xRjQ5. Forest Order STF-16-2017-05 prohibits campfires, briquette barbecues and smoking outside developed campgrounds. Welding and blasting activities in are also restricted in designated High Hazard Areas of the Forest.
Detwiler Fire Afternoon Update, 70,096 acres, 10% contained, 45 Structures Burned, 6 Damaged, 1,500 Threatened, 3,181 Personnel Working Fire
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/20/2017 03:36 PM
Mariposa, CA...Enough of the details have changed and also updated maps that have been released prompted us to do an afternoon update on the fire. We will also do one later tonight as well. The acreage increased due to an increase in fire activity late yesterday afternoon. Overnight, fire crews continued their work to establish and reinforce containment lines. The fire area is seeing poor humidity recoveries at night allowing the fire to remain very active throughout this time. The fire is burning in drought stricken chaparral and in an area of severe tree mortality. Damage assessment crews are on scene to evaluate and inspect the area. Power lines supplying power to Yosemite National Park continue to be threatened.
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Detwiler Fire Swells to 45,724 acres, 7% contained, 8 Structured Burned, 1 Damaged, 1,500 Threatened
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/19/2017 08:47 AM
Mariposa, CA...(Update...we have spoken with the media folks in Mariposa and updated perimeter maps should be out soon.) Today, firefighters experienced extreme and aggressive fire behavior with active crowning, short- range spotting and uphill runs. The communities of Hunters Valley, Bear Valley, Catheys Valley, Mormon Bar, The Town of Mariposa , Mount Bullion, Yaqui Gulch/Aqua Fria areas and Hornitos continue to be threatened. The fire encroaches on culturally and historically sensitive areas. Traffic along HWY 149, 49N and 49S will be impacted as a result of road closures. The fire continues to threaten power lines to the south of the incident, which supply power to Yosemite National Park. Firefighters on the ground as well as aircraft are actively working to contain and suppress the fire. We ask for the public to heed all evacuation orders and warnings. For information about how to prepare for evacuation please visit: www.readyforwildfire.org.
Evacuation Guidelines for Tuolumne County Residents
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/19/2017 07:09 PM
Sonora, CA...Types of Evacuations: In Tuolumne County there are three types of evacuation warnings. Implementation of one or the other is dependent upon the actual or potential danger to the affected population as determined by the Incident Command Staff or the Board of Supervisors. The Three Types of Evacuation are: Evacuation Advisory - Issued to the media to alert the public to potential evacuation orders. The advisory will contain general information on how to prepare for an evacuation. Evacuation Warning - Issued when an evacuation order is eminent. It includes the specific geographical area that may be evacuated and procedures to be followed. Evacuation Order - Issued when there is an immediate threat to life and/or property. The evacuation order contains specific geographic area to be evacuated and procedures to be followed.
Firefighters Hold the Detwiler Fire to 48,000 acres, 7% contained, 8 Structured Burned, 1 Damaged, 1,500 Threatened, 3,175 Personnel Working Fire
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/19/2017 09:34 PM
Mariposa, CA...Today, fire behavior remained active. Firefighters faced high temperatures along with dry and drought stressed chaparral and grass. Steep and inaccessible terrain continue to challenge control lines. The fire encroaches on culturally and historically sensitive areas. The fire continues to threaten power lines to the S. of the incident which supply power to Yosemite National Park. Firefighters on the ground as well as aircraft are actively working to contain and suppress the fire. We ask for the public to heed all evacuation orders and warnings. For information about how to prepare for evacuation please visit: www.readyforwildfire.org.
This Year’s Big Band Street Dance! VIP table seating and Dance Contest
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/14/2017 10:42 AM
Columbia, CA...Friends of Columbia State Historic Park will celebrate Columbia’s 72nd year as a California State Park by hosting the 22th annual Big Band Street Dance event on Main Street in Columbia on July 22, 2017 from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm. Admission is free and 1940’s and 1950’s costumes are encouraged. At 11:00am, take a free tour of town with park aide who will focus on life in Columbia during the 1940’s. Throughout the day photo displays will liven the streets and museum depicting various buildings during that time period.
SNAC Has All Your Outdoor Toys Including a Huge Selection of Emotion Kayaks!
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/14/2017 04:52 PM
Arnold, CA...Come to SNAC Arnold for all your outdoor needs! We rent kayaks, canoes & stand-up paddleboards and sell new kayaks & SUPs. We even have used kayaks (including Hobie) for sale through our consignment program at great prices! SNAC has gear - priced so you can spend more time using it, than paying for it!
