July 31, 2024 at 9:30 AM: An Angus Bull is reportedly on Poole Station Road not far from the Cement Plant in San Andreas.
Be extra cautious until owner can be located.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Overturned trailer on Hwy 4
July 31, 2024 at 7:30 AM: An overturned trailer has been reported on Hwy 4 at Main Street possibly involving a Calfire vehicle.
Emergency personnel are responding to the scene, including three CHP.
Fire in LaGrange grows quickly
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Sun Fire in Mountain Ranch
The Sun Fire off Mountain Ranch Road and Sun Road in Mountain Ranch was controlled at 5 acres on July 29, 2024 around 7 PM. Pretty scary!
Mountain Ranch Road was closed for some time due to fire and mop up. Engines are just now being released at 12:45 PM on July 30, 2024.
Cosgrove Fire burns 12 acres
On July 27, 2024 the Cosgrove Fire caused evacuations and burned 12 acres in Pardee Ct. and Paloma Road area of Valley Springs.
Forward progress was quickly stopped and evacuations lifted.
Park Fire continues on and on
As of Monday evening July 30, 2024 the Park Fire is 383,000 acres, now the 5th largest fire in California history.
165 structures have been destroyed and 15 damaged so far. The fire is now burning in Butte and Tehama counties.
Friday, July 26, 2024
Collision in Jamestown
July 26, 2024 at 2:10 PM: A collision has been reported at Hwy 59 and Hwy 108 in Jamestown.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
Dumpster fire in San Andreas
July 26, 2024 at 12:55 PM: A dumpster is reportedly on fire on St. Charles Street in San Andreas.
Several engines are responding to the scene near Subway.
BLM issues more fire danger restrictions
As of July 24, 2024 BLM has increased fire restrictions in Central California due to high fire
No controlling Park Fire?
As of July 26, 2024 at 5 AM Calfire reports that the Park Fire, which was caused by
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Park Fire explodes overnight
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| The is a PG&E photo of the Park Fire reaching Richardson Springs and what appears to be the cell tower there. |
Two arrested attempting to access Maria Fire
Maria Fire evacuations lifted
July 25, 2024: The Maria Fire is now 71 acres and is 45% contained.
Evacuation orders have been lifted.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Fire on Hwy 49
July 24, 2024 at 2:45 PM: A fire has been reported next to a building on Hwy 49 in the Mariposa area.
Engines, dozers and aircraft are responding to the scene.
Maria Fire update
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| Photo by Calfire aircraft |
Injured firefighters were flown out for medical treatment yesterday due to the extreme heat.
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Injured firefighters
July 23, 2024 at 10:55 AM: Two firefighters are reportedly injured while working the Maria Fire in Mokelumne Hill.
The two are being walked off the hill to a waiting ambulance apparently.
Helicopter arrives to fight Maria
July 23, 2024 at 7:45 AM: We just heard that a helicopter is now overhead the Maria fire.
They have also ordered 10 additional water tenders for assistance with this fire. It appears Hwy 26 is back open this morning. No CHP assigned.
Fire near Mokelumne Hill
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| This is a PG&E photo of the Maria fire. |
Sunday, July 21, 2024
Biden drops out of race
As of today, July 21, 2024 President Biden will no longer be a candidate for re-election
Collision on Hwy 12
July 21, 2024 at 11 AM: A collision has been reported involving a vehicle pulling a trailer at Hwy 12 and Hwy 26 at Toyon.
An ambulance is responding to the scene.
Saturday, July 20, 2024
Collision in Sonora
July 20, 2024 at 2:15 PM: A traffic collision has been reported on Campo Seco Road in Sonora.
Emergency personnel are responding. No injuries have been indicated.
Arrest for knife attack
On July 14, 2024 around 5:45 AM, Calaveras deputies responded to a report of a knife
Car vs pole in Pioneer
July 20, 2024 at 7:30 AM: A car has struck a pole on Hwy 88 near Eggman Lane in Pioneer.
Minor injuries have been indicated.
Friday, July 19, 2024
Felony arrest in West Point
On June 27, 2024 around 5:30 PM deputies responded to a domestic violence call
Car fire in Jamestown
July 19, 2024 at 10:35 AM: A car fire has been reported on 8th Avenue in Jamestown.
Emergency fire personnel are responding.
Thursday, July 18, 2024
Jumper on New Melones bridge
July 18, 2024 at 4:30 PM: A jumper has been reported on the New Melones bridge on the Tuolumne County side.
Emergency personnel are responding to the scene.
Grass fire in homeless camp
July 18, 2024 at 11:45 AM: A fire is reported in one of the homeless camps up Hwy 108 in Tuolumne County.
Several engines have been dispatched to the scene. It is about 40' x 40' now.
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Motorcycle collision in Mokelumne Hill
July 17, 2024 at 11:55 AM: A motorcycle has reportedly crashed on Hwy 49 near Big Bar Road in Mokelumne Hill.
An ambulance is responding to the scene. The bike is in the roadway.
Bicycle vs vehicle in Escalon
July 17, 2024 at 9:35 AM: A vehicle has reportedly struck a bicycle on El Paso Road near Henry in Escalon.
The bicycle rider did not survive the crash. Emergency personnel are at the scene.
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Collision in Valley Springs
July 16, 2024 at 12:30 PM: A traffic collision has been reported at Hwy 26 and Hwy 12 in Valley Springs.
An ambulance is responding. One vehicle was able to drive into C21 parking lot.
Monday, July 15, 2024
Collision in Murphys
July 15, 2024 at 11:20 AM: A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 4 at Anrey Court in Murphys.
It isn't yet known if there are injuries.
Spin out in Farmington
July 15, 2024 at 8:40 AM: A vehicle has reportedly spun out on Jack Tone Road at Lone Tree Road in the Farmington area.
Apparently a woman fell out of the car while it was spinning and is not laying in the middle of the roadway.
Sunday, July 14, 2024
Grass fire in Jamestown
July 14, 2024 at 2:30 PM: A grass fire has been reported on High School Road in Jamestown.
Several engines and water tenders are responding.
OP-ED!! What's going on in Angels Camp??
With the City Administrator Rebecca Callen on paid administrative leave,
A white 20 year old Republican??
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| Thomas Matthew Crooks, high school yearbook photo |
Friday, July 12, 2024
RED FLAG WARNING!!!
Calaveras County has just issued a Fire Weather Warning for our area, beginning July 12, 2024 at 8 PM to July 15, 2024 at 3 AM.
Isolated dry thunderstorms are forecast and strong outflow winds over the weekend are creating a RED FLAG warning for the entire western Sierra.
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Video catches robbery suspect
On June 6, 2024 the Calaveras Sheriff's office responded to a burglary call
Popeye actress dies
She was 75 years old.
Calfire collision in West Point
July 11, 2024 at 9:05 AM: A Calfire truck was reportedly involved in a traffic collision near the firehouse on Hwy 26 at Main Street in West Point.
No injuries have been indicated.
Sleeping driver crashes in Murphys
July 11, 2024 at 8:35 AM: A car has reportedly crashed just before the bridge on Algiers Road in Murphys.
No injuries have been indicated. Driver was apparently sleeping.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Motorcycle crashes while being chased
July 10, 2024 at 1:30 PM: A motorcycle has reportedly crashed while being chased by law enforcement on Blue Mountain Road at Lynn Boulevard in West Point.
No injuries have been indicated.
Garbage truck vs car
July 10, 2024 at 1:25 PM: A garbage truck reportedly backing into a car near Hwy 4 and Dunbar Road in Arnold.
No injuries have been indicated.
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Stolen tractor recovered
The Calaveras Sheriff has recovered a stolen tractor worth over $40,000 from a property in West Point.
The investigation showed it was stolen apparently by a rental company in the Sacramento area, but is ongoing. No arrests have yet been made.
Multi-vehicle crash on Hwy 49
July 9, 2024 at 2:35 PM: A multi-vehicle collision involving a semi truck has been reported on Hwy 49 at Fricot City Road in the San Andreas area.
An ambulance and other emergency vehicles are responding. At least 4 vehicles are involved. One vehicle is apparently a motorcycle.
Power lines down in Dorrington
July 9, 2024 at 1:40 PM: Power lines are resportedly down on the roadway at Boards Crossing Road and Gardner Flat Road.
PG&E is responding.
Grass fire in Jamestown
UPDATE: This is someones back yard on fire. Size around 5' x 5'. Now under control.
Fire restrictions tighten in Stanislaus Forest
Overturned pickup on Hwy 4
July 9, 2024 at 7:40 AM: A pickup has reportedly overturned several times on Hwy 4 at Horseshoe Lane in Copperopolis.
Apparently three vehicles were involved with possibly one person trapped inside a vehicle. An ambulance is responding to the scene.
If England and France can do it, .......
In both the election in England and the one in France, the right wing extremist
Monday, July 8, 2024
Car runs off MacKay Dam Road
July 8, 2024 at 10:25 AM: A car has reportedly run off MacKay Dam Road at Segale Road in Ebbetts Pass.
No injuries are indicated. A tow truck is responding.
Hikers rescued at Natural Bridges
On July 2, 2024 aroun 6:55 PM search and rescue were called to assist some hikers
Truck vs fence on Butte Mountain Road
July 8, 2024 at 8:05 A: A truck overturned and is in a barbed wire fence off Butte Mountain Road in the Jackson area.
No injuries have been indicaMted. A tow truck is responding.
Sunday, July 7, 2024
Structure fire in Martell
July 7, 2024 at 1 PM: CHP has Hwy 49 closed at Industry in Martell due to a building fire in Martell.
Several engines are responding to the scene.
Collision on Hwy 108
July 7, 2024 at 12:10 PM: A traffic collision has been reported on Hwy 108 near Lime Kiln Road in Tuolumne County.
Apparently it is not blocking the roadway.
Garbage dumped on Hwy 4 in Douglas Flat
July 7, 2024 at 12:05P: Garbage cans and trash have been reportedly dumped on Hwy 4 at Monge Ranch Road in Douglas Flat.
CHP is en route to the scene. Be extra cautious until it is cleaned off the roadway.
Collision in Copperopolis
July 7, 2024 at 11:45 AM: A car has reportedly run off Obyrnes Ferry Road near the bridge in Copperopolis.
It isn't yet known if there are injuries.
Friday, July 5, 2024
Mother of toddler arrested in Copperopolis
On June 30, 2024 around 8:35 PM Calaveras deputies were dispatched to Little John Road
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Happy 4th of July
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| America is already a great country! Arnold parade will not be held until Saturday July 6 this year! |
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Motorcycle collision on Hwy 49
July 2, 2024 at 10:25 AM: A motorcycle has been reportedly struck by a vehicle on Hwy 49 at Red Hill Road outside Angels Camp.
An air ambulance has been dispatched to frogtown.
Car vs tree in Tuttletown
UPDATE: This is actually between two vehicles located on Hwy 49. The roadway is blocked.
Fatal crash in Copperopolis
July 2, 2024 at 9:50 AM: A car and motorcycle have reportedly crashed on Obyrnes Ferry Road at Black Creek Road in Copperopolis.
One fatality has been indicated. The roadway is blocked. The coroner is responding.
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