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Pacific Southwest Research Station and Klamath Bird Observatory ecologists recently published new findings about using life cycles of culturally significant birds to inform the timing of prescribed burns in the Klamath Siskiyou Bioregion of Northern California and Southern Oregon.
Read MoreYREKA, Calif. - Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today expanded efforts to reduce wildfire risk across the western U.S., directly affecting national forests here in northern California and southern Oregon.
Read MoreWEED, Calif. - The first time a Union Pacific fire-fighting crew tried to reach the Dry Canyon Bridge in Northern California, they had to turn back. The risk of being trapped by the Lava Fire sweeping across the Shasta-Trinity National Forest was too high.
Read MoreALTURAS, Calif. - The Modoc National Forest is proposing to charge new and increased fees at 16 developed recreation sites. The majority will remain free. Several day-use sites, overnight camping sites, and other developed recreation sites offer services such as garbage, bathrooms, and water, but are currently managed without user fees.
Read MoreA Winter Storm Warning and Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 5:00 AM Tuesday to 2:00 AM Wednesday for areas above 3000 feet.
For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 6 to 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
Read MoreALTURAS, Calif.—Thunderstorms moved over the Modoc National Forest as predicted on Thursday keeping fire resources busy throughout the day. Firefighters discovered 17 new wildfires on the forest.
Read MoreHeavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches, with localized amounts up to 16 inches, are expected. Snow fall rates will increase again late this morning. Additional amounts of 6 to 10 inches, with localized amounts up to 14 inches, are expected.
Read MoreMinimal fire behavior was observed today with minimal fire activity anticipated for tonight. The south, west and east flank lines were completed and are holding within the current containment lines.
Read MoreGood overnight humidity recovery last night allowed firefighters the to increase the containment level. Moderate fire behavior is expected to continue today.
The west and north flank will continue to have short range spotting in the timber stands when strong ridge top winds surface in the afternoons; this continues to threaten areas in Jackson County OR.
Read MoreModerate fire behavior is expected for this morning and this afternoon.
The Klamath River Country Estates continue to be threatened. The West and North flank will continue to have short range spotting in the timber stands when strong ridge top winds surface in the afternoons; this continues to threaten the communities of Hilt, Colestin and Jackson County, OR.
Read MoreTonight, into tomorrow morning moderate fire behavior is expected. The Klamath River Country Estates continue to be threatened. The west and north flank will continue to have short range spotting in the timber stands when strong ridge top winds surface in the afternoons; this continues to threaten the communities of Hilt, Colestin and Jackson County OR. Jackson County Sheriff issues evacuation map that includes Level 2 Evacuations for southwestern Klamath County.
Read MoreModerate fire behavior with uphill runs and short range spotting was observed overnight with good overnight humidity recovery. The fire continues to burn moderately to the southeast and continues to spread into the Klamath National Forest.
Read MoreExtreme fire behavior with movement in multiple directions. There is a high potential for spread into the Klamath National Forest, Rogue River - Siskiyou National Forest and Jackson County, OR, as well as private timber lands.
Read MoreHigh mountains are going to get feet of snow. Snow levels will lower sharply behind a cold front, starting Thursday morning, and mountain passes may see a period of moderate to heavy snow Thursday morning.
Read MoreThe US Forest Service is seeking public comments on preliminary applications to the State of California Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division (OHMVR) for the 2017/2018 grant cycle. A public review and comment period for the State Grants and Cooperative Agreement Program runs March 6 - April 2, 2018. Public input is requested in the fund allocation process.
Read MoreCrystal Ice Cave contains some of the most spectacular ice formations among Lava Beds' many caves. Because of the sensitive nature of this cave's formations and its cold environment, Crystal Ice Cave is open to park visitors only on small ranger-guided tours during the winter months.
Tours of no more than six visitors (ages 12 years and older) are offered every Saturday at 1:00 pm from January through March and last 3+ hours.
Read MoreBig Valley Ranger District range managers applied for and received a grant from the California Deer Association (CDA) to build a buck-and-rail fence around Sweagert Flat, northwest of Adin. Local CDA members also volunteered to help build the fence.
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