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CPR Classes at the South Lake Tahoe Fire Dept.
Submitted by admin on Mon, 03/12/2012 - 10:32pm
South Lake Tahoe Fire Department offers CPR classes to the public every third Saturday of the month. Classes take place at Fire Station #1 at Ski Sun Blvd. For more information or to register, call (530)542-6161.
Proposed speed limit hike is topic of Meyers community meeting
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/15/2012 - 3:23amA public meeting to discuss plans by Caltrans to increase speed limits within the Meyers area will be discussed at a public meeting, Tuesday, Feb. 21, 5:30 p.m. at the Lake Valley Fire Department.
Last fall Caltrans had announced it was reviewing speed limits between Meyers and South Lake Tahoe, with the idea of increasing the speed limit by 5 mph.
The meeting is being hosted by the Meyers Roundtable Committee and the Meyers Business Group. The public is encouraged to attend and should park on Keetak Street due to limited on-site parking.
Washoe Drive Fire burns 26 homes, 3,900 acres, Highway 395 between Carson City and Reno still closed
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 01/20/2012 - 1:57pmOfficials reported this morning that the Washoe Drive Fire destroyed 26 homes, and has currently consumed 3,900 acres.
At a 9 a.m. press conference, officials reported the blaze is 50 percent contained, and that 700 firefighters are working to extinguish hot spots in advance of the high wind that are forecast for this afternoon.
There were 20 homes reported lost last night, but in the light of day, personnel working the fire were able to get a better count of the structures that burned.
Fire spreads from firebox into attic of South Tahoe home
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 01/20/2012 - 2:37am
A house fire that started in a box in back of a fireplace and spread into the attic of a Cold Creek Trail home was knocked down Thursday night. No one was hurt in the blaze, which was largely confined to the attic and ceiling, said Lake Valley Fire Protection District Chief Gareth Harris.
The house, located at 2497 Cold Creek Trail is not habitable but still standing. The fire was reported at around 7 p.m. Estimated damage to the home is between $75,000 to $100,000, Harris said.
Family identifies man who died at Cascade Falls
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 01/15/2012 - 5:27pmUPDATE: 9:15PM: A 23-year-old Bay Area man who died on Saturday after slipping on ice and plunging about 150 feet near Cascade Falls, has been identified by family members as Michael James Machell of El Cerrito, Calif.
Burning Christmas tree inside can be dangerous
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/04/2012 - 9:09amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department is warning residents against burning their Christmas trees indoors.Dried-out Christmas trees can be an explosive hazard, according to...
Fire department offers advice on heater failure
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/04/2012 - 9:07amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department wants residents to know what to do if their heater fails and repair is unavailable.If a home heater goes out during a winter storm, k...
Douglas authorities report 10 arrests in casino area
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/03/2012 - 8:55amNew Year's Eve at Lake Tahoe went off without many problems, Douglas County authorities report, with crowds down to around 30,000 within the Stateline casino areas. There were 10 arrests during the celebration and a DUI arrest outside the casino area, said DCSO Sgt. Jim Halsey.
Among the charges were disorderly conduct, trespassing, minor consuming alcohol, battery, domestic battery, battery on a peace officer and civil protective custody.
Dont allow holiday decorations to become fire hazard
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/28/2011 - 9:47pmNow that the holidays are over the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department would like to remind everyone that they should be aware of the potentially explosive ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../dont-allow-holiday...
Douglas County authorities prepare for New Year's Eve revelry
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 12/27/2011 - 2:46pmThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is preparing itself for the upcoming New Years Eve celebration at Lake Tahoe, on Saturday, December 31st, 2011. Each year upwards of 50,000 celebrants ring in the New Year in the casino core area of Stateline, Nevada.
Driver arrested after crashing into motel
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/19/2011 - 12:43pm
By South Lake Tahoe Police Department
On December 16th at 8:30 AM, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department and South Lake Tahoe Fire Department responded to a traffic collision on Cedar Ave. When they arrived on scene, they found a white Toyota pickup had crashed into the back side of the Ski Haus Lodge located at 977 Park Ave. The Toyota stuck a natural gas main that was spewing gas into the lodge and the odor could be smelled a block away.
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Thanks on behalf of 'The Cookie Man'
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 10:10amOn behalf of the family of Bob Brown known as "The Cookie Man," our family would like to thank the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department for their fast response and professional care. Thank you also to ...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Thanks on behalf of 'The Cookie Man'
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 6:17pmOn behalf of the family of Bob Brown, known as "The Cookie Man," our family would like to thank the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department for their fast response and professional care. Thank you also to...
South Tahoe firefighters to make holiday rounds
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/08/2011 - 5:35pmThe South Lake Tahoe Fire Department holiday truck leaves Station 2 at 5pm to make its rounds. Here is the schedule: Dec. 10 – Tahoe Keys-Venice. Dec. 11 — Glenwood. Dec. 12 – Tahoe Keys-State Streets...
Wind gusts snap trees throughout South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/01/2011 - 1:31pm
UPDATE 11PM: High winds snapped trees throughout South Lake Tahoe Thursday causing localized power outages and keeping tree removal and utility crews busy. A high wind warning for Lake Tahoe was issued by the National Weather Service in Reno and was set to expire Thursday night.
Fire department issues holiday safety tips
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/26/2011 - 6:00amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department has offered several fire safety tips to keep your family safe during the holiday seasons:* Take care when burning candles. Be sure th...
Feeling the Squeeze: City's recent round of layoffs will be noticeable
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/21/2011 - 8:42pmBy Li Terrell
The South Lake Tahoe City Council voted October 18 to approve the budget for Fiscal Year 2011-2012, which imposed layoffs for 19 employees who were relieved of their duties last Friday, November 18.
3 fire captains in South Tahoe to be promoted
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 11/20/2011 - 6:13pmThree captains in the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department are being promoted to shift commander a new position since the rank of battalion chief was done away ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../3-fire-captains...
Forest Service: Dispose woodstove and fireplace ash properly
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 11/18/2011 - 4:49pmBy Cheva Heck
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management is cautioning local residents to follow proper procedures for discarding woodstove and fireplace ashes, after responding to two wildfires caused by disposal of woodstove ashes on National Forest System lands.
Forest Service: Dispose woodstove and fireplace ash properly
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 11/18/2011 - 4:48pmBy Cheva Heck
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management is cautioning local residents to follow proper procedures for discarding woodstove and fireplace ashes, after responding to two wildfires caused by disposal of woodstove ashes on National Forest System lands.
Ceremony for fire commanders Monday
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/18/2011 - 12:53pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe will hold a promotional ceremony for three new fire department shift commanders Monday, according to a statement from the city.The ceremony is open to th...
City announces three new fire department shift commanders
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 11/16/2011 - 11:16pm
By Nancy Kerry
The City of South Lake Tahoe is pleased to announce a promotional ceremony for three new Fire Department Shift Commanders will be held on Monday, November 21, 2011. The ceremony will take place at the City’s Administration Offices (South Lake Tahoe Airport) at 2:30 p.m. and is open to the public. Being promoted to Shift Commander are Jim Drennan, Rob Hembree and Dan Sullivan. In announcing the appointments, City Manager Tony O’Rourke said, “The three Commanders will have significant responsibilities and have demonstrated the capacity to carry them out. We are pleased to announce their promotions.”
Fire department to burn house as part of training
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 5:13pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department will conduct a live burn training exercise at 1152 Third Street Tuesday through Friday, said city spokeswoman Nancy Kerry in a Monday...
Sprinker system leak dumps fire suppression liquid at the 'Y' parking lot
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 11/02/2011 - 3:16pm
UPDATED: A sprinkler system that was being tested ended up in a mishap, dumping about 200 gallons of fire suppression liquid across the South Raley's at the "Y" shopping center.
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Nice job Tahoe Douglas Fire District
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/02/2011 - 1:24pmToday I witnessed a pleasant sight from our local fire department, Tahoe Douglas Fire District. In our neighborhood there were a number of dead treats that required removal. I walked over to the jo...
Forest Service, other agencies respond to Taylor Creek spill
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 09/19/2011 - 3:24pmBy Cheva Heck
The U. S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit and other local agencies are continuing investigation and clean-up of a small spill of an unknown substance into Taylor Creek near the Forest Service Visitor Center on Hwy. 89. The Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board obtained water samples from the area this morning. Results may be available by tomorrow and will help determine whether additional clean-up is necessary.
Chimney sweeping can prevent unwanted fire
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 09/18/2011 - 2:09pmWe at the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department annually respond to numerous chimney fires, mainly due to creosote buildup in the chimney flue. This type of fire has the potential to extend into your house...
Predicted dry lightning raises Northern California fire danger
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 12:20pmTRUCKEE, Calif. - The state fire department is increasing staffing due to predicted dry lightning and strong winds throughout Northeastern California today and into the weekend.An upper level low p...
Fire on Old Clear Creek Road contained; Highway 50 open
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 11:32am
Update 2 p.m.: Fire crews have contained a fire that broke out this morning near Old Clear Creek Road near the top of Spooner Summit, and Highway 50 has reopened.
The fire was last reported to be about 1.5 acres in size, and there was one home in the area that was threatened. Light winds and cool temperatures helped firefighters get a handle on the blaze, with a helicopter dumping water to help out the hand crews on the ground.
Fourth Victim of Carson City IHOP Shooting Dies
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/06/2011 - 9:28pmCarson City Sheriff Ken Furlong confirms that a fourth victim of today’s tragic shooting at the IHOP restaurant located in south Carson City has died. The victim was a female member of the Nevada National Guard, had been flown to Renown Medical Center and had undergone surgery. To date, four victims have died (3 Nevada National Guard members and one civilian); the shooter has also died.
Barn dance benefits Alpine County firefighters
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 12:02pmProceeds benefit the Eastern Alpine County Fire Department (Woodfords and Markleville) and also the South Tahoe High School football team. Al Moss and the Rip Tides will be the entertainment. Tickets ...
Firefighters keep sharp on outdoor rescue techniques
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/29/2011 - 6:43pmPersonnel from the Lake Valley Fire Protection District are participating in rope rescue training this month in conjunction with El Dorado County Search and Rescue, South Lake Tahoe Fire Department, M...
S. Tahoe considers doing away with 3 fire division chief jobs ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/28/2011 - 1:51amBy Kathryn Reed. A fire department without upper management except for a chief who divides his time with the police department. That is one scenario on the negotiating table in South Lake Tahoe. ...La...
