fire rescue
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue Open House
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/11/2017 - 2:56pm
Event Date:
October 14, 2017 - 10:00am
During Fire Prevention Week each year, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue holds their Open House to highlight fire safety in the community as well as opening their doors for tours and activities.
Saturday, October 14, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., both SLTFR fire stations will be open to the public.
Station #1 is located at 1252 Ski Run Boulevard. Learn how to use a fire extinguisher and participate in CPR training. Find life safety info, tours, static displays of fire equipment as giveaways.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/10/2017 - 9:51pm
The following are the 70 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances responded to from Sept 7 - 12, 2017.
9/7
00:09 - 3600 block of Forest Ave - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
00:41 - 1100 block of 3rd St - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
03:13 - 2200 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address
08:12 - 900 block of Modesto Ave - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
10:53 - 2200 block of Toiyabe Tr - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Water main break near Stateline causes traffic issues
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/08/2017 - 12:34am
Crews are still at the scene of a broken water main tonight at the state line. A 12" water main pipe under ground burst at the crosswalk between Harrah's and Harveys. South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue responded to help turn off valves as did transportation workers.
The pipe carries water for the Edgewood Water Company, the supplies to all of the casinos and golf course.
At approximately 3:00 p.m. Saturday, water was flowing down Highway 50, flooding the street near Marriott Timber Lodge.
No injuries in two car collision in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/01/2017 - 2:11pm
A two-car collision on Highway 50 just before noon Sunday created a traffic jam, but there were no injuries.
At 11:48 a.m. October 1, emergency personnel from South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue, Police Department and JPA ambulance responded to the area in between Motel 6 and Grocery Outlet.
The driver of a white Toyota Camry pulled out of Motel 6 into the path of a woman driving westbound in a tan Toytoa Avalon. The Camry driver was attempting to cross all westbound lanes to head east and did not see the Avalon.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/24/2017 - 12:29am
The following are the 82 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances responded to from Sept 1 - 6, 2017.
9/1
01:36 - Barton Hospital - EMS Interfacility Transfer
09:41 - 4100 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - Motor vehicle accident with no injuries
09:43 - 1300 block of Emerald Bay Rd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
10:06 - 3800 block of Pioneer Tr - Public service
10:39 = 3800 block of Pioneer Trail - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
11:16 - 1000 block of William Ave - Fire, other
South Lake Tahoe fire stations stocked with loaner life jackets
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/20/2017 - 7:33pm
The use of life jackets saves lives, especially on Lake Tahoe where Cold Water Shock can kill a person in minutes.
It has been a deadly year on the lake, and the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) department has started a new program to help save lives in the future.
California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) has partnered with SLTFR in making life jackets available to the public on a loan basis. They have infant, child and adult sizes.
Fire Fest returns to the South Shore
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/20/2017 - 2:15pm
Event Date:
September 30, 2017 - 10:00am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Helicopters, fire trucks, K-9s and demonstrations are just a few of the activities planned for 23rd annual Fire Fest on Saturday, September 30, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. outside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe.
Admission is free and the event is a great opportunity for families to have fun while learning about safety and conservation.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/10/2017 - 11:19pm
The following are the 134 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances responded to from August 21-31, 2017.
8/21
00:15 - Tallac Ave at Pasadena Ave - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address
01:51 - 1100 block of 3rd St - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
03:00 - 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
04:30 - Barton Hospital - Interfacility Transfer
11:24 - 1500 block of Black Bart Ave - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Community celebrates local public safety employees
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/08/2017 - 12:25am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 2nd annual Public Safety Appreciation Day was held on Thursday, September 7, and community members came out to say "thank you" to personnel from several agencies.
The City of South Lake Tahoe hosted the event which had live music, free BBQ and ice cream and a thank-you card making station.
Kids were able climb on board fire trucks, meet the new Search & Rescue puppy and get to know those who protect them on a daily basis.
Agencies invited were:
Calfire
· California Highway Patrol
· Nevada Highway Patrol
· Douglas County Sheriff's Office
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/02/2017 - 8:55pm
The following are the 147 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances responded to from August 9-20, 2017.
August 9
00:59 - 1100 block of Wildwood Ave - Hazmat release investigation w/ no hazmat
08:42 - 900 block of Turnback Tr - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
09:55 - 1800 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
10:22 - 1400 block of Herbert Ave - EMS: Dispatched & cancelled en route
12:53 - On Mule Deer Cir at Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Man faces DUI charges after crashing bike into two pedestrians
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/29/2017 - 12:10pm
A 41-year-old man is in custody after allegedly riding a motorized bicycle while intoxicated and crashing into two pedestrians who were in a crosswalk in South Lake Tahoe on August 27, 2017.
Patrick Bryan Baker was riding on Lake Tahoe Boulevard when, at approximately 7:25 p.m., he ran into two pedestrians who were in the crosswalk at Rufus Allen Boulevard according to South Lake Tahoe Police Sgt. David Stevenson.
The unidentified male and female had just begun to cross on a "walk" signal when they were hit. Both victims were injured.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/13/2017 - 12:17am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 288 calls between July 31 - August 6, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
July 31
Drunk in Public in the 4100 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Giving False Info in the 900 block of Alameda
August 1
Drunk in Public in the 2200 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
DUI at Blue Lake Ave & Lake Tahoe Blvd
August 2
Warrant in the 1000 block of Lakeview Ave
Transient/Homeless on Lakeview Ave
Spousal Abuse in the 1000 block of 4th
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/12/2017 - 10:25pm
The following are the 110 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances responded to from August 1-8, 2017.
8/1
00:50 - 800 block of Tallac Ave - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
02:50 - Barton Hospital - EMS call, Interfacility Transfer
03:37 - 1000 block of Johnson Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
07:58 - Barton Hospital - EMS call, Interfacility Psych Transfer
09:25 - College Dr - Alarm system sounded, no fire unintentional
Crash at Tahoe Keys Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe causing traffic jam
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 12:06pm
A two-car accident at Tahoe Keys BLvd. and Highway 50 has traffic jammed up through South Lake Tahoe and send two people to the hospital Friday.
One car was T-boned, their airbag was deployed and South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue had to extricate the driver.
Two people were transported to Barton Hospital with mild to moderate injuries.
Both cars were being hooked up to tow trucks at 12:00 p.m. and traffic should start flowing soon.
The cause is unknown at this time and this is a developing story. More details will be released shortly.
SnowGlobe wants 10 year extension, say they contribute $14M to local economy annually
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 11:42am
SnowGlobe, the annual outdoor music festival in South Lake Tahoe, has come to town over the New Year's Eve holiday since 2011, and now they want to add ten years to their contract that expires this year.
During Tuesday, August 15th's South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting, promoters will make a presentation to the City outlining their plans, showing how they think they can become the largest funding source of South Lake Tahoe projects and non-profits.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Chief Meston to head California Fire Chiefs Association
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/09/2017 - 3:36pm
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue Chief Jeff Meston has been elected as president-elect of the California Fire Chief's Association (CalChiefs). The 925 voting members of the association voted for Meston during their recent election period that concluded August 4.
This is not only the first time a chief from South Lake Tahoe has been elected to the state's top spot, but also the first time anyone has from cities along the Sierra Nevada.
"I am rally humbled and very much thrilled," Chief Meston said of his appointment.
Lightning strikes tree as weather brings hail and heavy rain
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/06/2017 - 10:03pm
A strong thunderstorm made its way through the South Shore Sunday at 2:10 p.m., leaving behind heavy rain, small hail, some minor flooding and a downed tree. The National Weather Service in Reno said wind gusts were up to 40 mph in some areas at the time.
On Oglala Street in Meyers, lightning struck the top of a tree and caused it to "explode" according to neighbors. Lake Valley Fire Department arrived almost immediately and there was no major damage, and no injuries.
SLTFR getting valuable practice in at old Knight's Inn before demolition
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/05/2017 - 10:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As the end of the old Knight's Inn draws near, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue personnel are getting valuable skill practice in at the two-story building.
Developers will soon be demolishing the old motel in preparation for the Bijou Marketplace so SLTFR has been getting hands on training including ventilation, forcible entry, breaching walls and moving hose lines.
"We hope to train to the very end of standing buildings, squeezing every ounce of training out of the buildings," said SLTFR Chief Jeff Meston.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/02/2017 - 10:58pm
-The following are the 134 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances responded to from July 19-31, 2017.
7/19
13:55 - Barton Hospital - EMS- Interfacility Psych Transfer
19:38 - 2300 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - Barbecue, tar kettle
20:55 - 2300 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - False alarm or false call, other
21:27 - 800 block of Emerald Bay Rd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
7/20
08:02 - 700 block of Lassen Dr - Smoke detector activation due to malfunction
Fire alarm prompts evacuation of South Lake Tahoe timeshare
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/25/2017 - 8:46pm
Guests staying at Diamond Resort's Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort in South Lake Tahoe were evacuated Tuesday afternoon after a smoke alarm sounded in the Ski Run Boulevard property.
At 4:40 p.m., South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) responded. Upon arrival they found the guests already outside and they headed in.
Some workmen had been on the 5th floor of the timeshare hotel, soldering on pipes inside the wall. Surrounding insulation ignited and the alarm was sounded as the workmen pulled the smoking culprit out of the wall.
SLTFR responds to call of fire at Al Tahoe home
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/24/2017 - 10:22pm
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue responded to the call of a structure fire on the corner of Nevada Avenue and Tallac Avenue Monday night.
Upon arrival they found that the owner of the home had been working on the water heater. The expansion foam used on the project has volatile fumes that ignited according to SLTFR Battalion Chief Tim Spencer.
Power and gas was shut off to the single story structure as firefighters went through the home and examined the duct work to make sure no fire went into the crawl space.
South Lake Tahoe holds 2nd annual Public Safety Appreciation Day
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/22/2017 - 10:58pm
Event Date:
September 7, 2017 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Everyone is invited out to Lakeview Commons on Thursday, September 7 to say "thank you" to the men and women who protect the South Shore communities at the 2nd annual Public Safety Appreciation Day.
The City of South Lake Tahoe will be hosting the event from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and will feature live music, BBQ, a thank you card making station and blue ribbons to tie around the trees at Lakeview Commons as a visual way to say thank you.
This is a multi-agency event to show appreciation:
· Calfire
· California Highway Patrol
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/22/2017 - 9:12pm
The following are the 73 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances responded to from July 13-18, 2017.
7/13
00:14 - 2500 block of Chris Ave - Public service assistance, other
00:33 - Barton Hospital - Interfacility Transfer
03:42 - Barton Hospital - Interfacility Transfer
09:08 - 1200 block of Bonanza Ave - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address
08:51 - 1600 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
14:56 - 1000 block of Heavenly Village Way - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident
El Dorado County sends more money to Cal Tahoe JPA for ambulance services
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/17/2017 - 10:45pm
More money is on the way to the South Shore to fund ambulance services thanks to a unanimous vote by the El Dorado County Supervisors during their June 27 meeting. An amendment was made to the original contract between the Cal Tahoe Emergency Services Operations Authority (Cal Tahoe) and the County, giving an extra $790,000 per year as well as funds to buy a new ambulance.
The extra money will help fund a special team for interfacility transfers.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/16/2017 - 11:00pm
The following are the 63 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances responded to from July 7-12, 2017.
7/7
04:17 - 2600 block of Genoa Ave - Special type of incident, Dispatch error
03:40 - Barton Hospital - EMS Interfacility Transfer
11:47 - 1100 block of 3rd St - Central station, malicious false alarm
12:37 - 1000 block of Al Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
15:14 - 2000 block of Marconi Way - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Discarded briquettes cause of fire in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/15/2017 - 5:28pm
Discarded briquettes have been determined as the cause of a fire Saturday behind a home on Kubel Avenue in South Lake Tahoe.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue(SLTFR) responded to the fire and were able to quickly extinguish it but not before it burned an outbuilding and some of the yard and trees.
The briquettes had been left next to the shed.
Local firefighters stop by celebrity golf to support Charles Barkley
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/14/2017 - 6:47pm
"Charles Barkley became a beacon of hope and support for the firefighters and the recovery efforts of the community," Tahoe Douglas Fire Marshal Eric Guevin told the crowd at the 10th tee Friday morning. "Charles, we are here to support and cheer you on in your game today. We want people to care, be aware and prepare for wildfires. On behalf of the Fire Chiefs of Lake Tahoe, Sir Charles thank you for caring."
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/07/2017 - 4:07pm
The following are the 152 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from June 27-July 6, 2017.
June 27
06:16 - 2600 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
09:25 - Champlain Dr at Herbert Ave - Smoke scare, odor of smoke
10:29 - 3400 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
10:46 - 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
11:29 - 3800 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Citrus Heights man identified as drowning victim in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/05/2017 - 10:47pm
The man who drowned in Lake Tahoe on the Fourth of July has been identified as 41-year-old William Weaver of Citrus Heights.
Weaver fell from a double kayak he and his wife were on at about 3:30 p.m. according to South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Jim Drennan.
Rescue personnel responded to an area off of Beach Drive where Weaver had been taken by people in the area.
Small fire and jet ski accident keeping fire and police busy in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/01/2017 - 6:58pm
The long 4th of July holiday weekend in South Lake Tahoe got off to a busy start Saturday with a water rescue and fire.
A boater saw smoke coming from the hillside near Heavenly, called it in from their location off the Ski Run Marina at 1:29 p.m. and South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Police combed the streets in the area to try and locate the source. The fire was spotted on U.S. Forest Service land off Keller Road in between Ruby Way and Wildwood Ave.
South Lake Tahoe 4th of July weekend: Safety urged for for a fun holiday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/01/2017 - 9:59am
South Lake Tahoe area law enforcement, agencies and safety personnel are preparing for a very busy holiday weekend, full of people coming to enjoy all sorts of outdoor activities. With a very high lake level, and overflowing rivers, caution and safety are urged to have a fabulous weekend in Lake Tahoe.
And they aren't only going to be dealing with water safety. Rules and regulations along the beaches will also be enforced for safety reasons.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/30/2017 - 11:35pm
The following are the 74 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from June 20-26, 2017.
6/20
09:26 - 2200 block of Lupine Tr - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
11:00 - Stockton Ave at William Ave - Vehicle accident with injuries
14:40 - Barton Hospital - EMS call, Interfacility Transfer
18:46 - 1400 block of Melba Dr - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
18:54 - 1000 block of Julie Ln - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Car severs gas meter on South Lake Tahoe home
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/24/2017 - 7:13pm
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue is at a home on Chonokis Street this evening after the driver of a car hit the home's gas meter, shearing it completely off its base according to Battalion Chief Tim Spencer.
As of 7:00 p.m., SLTFR was at the scene, waiting for Southwest Gas to arrive to shut the gas off. In the meantime, the fire department was able to plugged the line temporarily.
Nobody was home in the neighboring properties so just one person was evacuated. They will remain out of their home unless Southwest arrives.
Firefighter safety training at Knight's Inn in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/21/2017 - 8:53pm
Firefighters from South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Lake Valley Fire Departments along with CalFire participated in firefighter survival training Wednesday at the site of the soon-to-be-demolished Knight's Inn.
In the past, fire crews were able to practice their skills when removing old buildings as they burned them instead of bulldozed, but environmental codes today prevent that.
Instead, fake smoke was used in Wednesday's training.
10th anniversary of Angora Fire: "I didn't think it'd be fair for us to have fun with the tragedy"
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/20/2017 - 10:37pm
June 25 to July 10, 2007: The Angora Fire destroys 242 homes, burns 3,100 acres, destroys 67 commercial structures, and damages 35 other homes. The fire was 100% contained by July 2 and firefighters had 100% control of the fire on July 10.
July 13 to July 15, 2007: 78 celebrities participate in the American Century Golf Championship at Edgewood Tahoe.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/20/2017 - 8:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to 235 calls from May 26 - June 19, 2017.
05/26
10:46 - 1000 block of Al Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
13:44 - 3700 block of Montreal Rd - Medical assist, assist EMS crew
14:24 - 700 block of Eloise Ave - Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other
15:02 - 2100 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
20:48 - 3300 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - Vehicle accident with injuries
Wildfire Safety Expo in South Lake Tahoe Saturday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/11/2017 - 1:02pm
Event Date:
June 17, 2017 - 12:00pm
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue along with multiple local agencies are coming together and hosting the 4th annual Wildfire Safety Expo on Saturday, June 17 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the TJ Maxx parking lot located at the “Y” where
Highways 50 and 89 intersect.
Everyone one is invited to the free event with lots of information about being prepared in case of a wildfire.
One hospitalized, two dogs killed in South Lake Tahoe fire
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/09/2017 - 8:07am
A South Lake Tahoe house fire this morning sent one woman to the hospital and killed her two dogs.
At 6:56 a.m. on June 9, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue responded to a fire in a duplex at 973 Paloma Street.
SLTFR Chief Jeff Meston said the occupant, a female, was transported to Barton Memorial Hospital after she suffered smoke inhalation. He said two dogs perished in the fire and animal control was on their way to the home to assist in retrieval.
Woman rescued from Upper Truckee River in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/07/2017 - 8:33pm
6/12/17 8:00 p.m. update - The woman who was rescued from the river, Stephanie Waggoner of Minden, Nev., has died as result falling off her paddleboard in South Lake Tahoe. The Washoe County Coroner's Office will likely release the cause of death Tuesday or Wednesday.
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A 50-year-old woman from the Carson Valley nearly drowned in South Lake Tahoe Wednesday after she fell off her paddle board and got caught underwater in the cold and swift Upper Truckee River.
Crash knocks out power to 2067 customers in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/06/2017 - 4:57pm
A driver at the corner of Al Tahoe Blvd and Pioneer Trail in South Lake Tahoe ran into the guy-wire for a power pole, cutting power to over 2,000 Liberty Utilities customers Tuesday afternoon.
The driver was not injured.
The South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Police Departments responded to the one vehicle crash after getting the call at 12:45 p.m. Tuesday June 6.
Power was knocked out in South Lake Tahoe at 12:46 p.m. but was restored by 2:45 p.m. A new power pole was placed on Pioneer Trail by Liberty Utilities crews.
Residents evacuated after gas leak found at South Lake Tahoe apartment complex
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/29/2017 - 9:47pm
5/29/17 10:45 p.m. update: All of the evacuated residents are now back home after Southwest Gas crews were able to stop the leak and repair the broken main line. At this time those crews are going into each apartment and relighting pilot lights.
According to SLTFR Battalion Chief Jim Drennan the cause of the broken line is unknown. The main is located alongside the apartment's parking lot but the break occurred underground.
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Rescue and law enforcement crews keeping busy over holiday weekend
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/28/2017 - 7:05pm
10:30 p.m. Sunday: Updated story below:
It has been a busy holiday weekend for the South Lake Tahoe fire and police departments.
Events planned in Lake Tahoe for Fire Awareness Month
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/28/2017 - 5:36pm
Event Date:
June 25, 2017 - 11:00am
The snow is melting, water is flowing, and wildfire fuels are growing. Despite all the moisture, the wildfire threat remains a concern. Preparing your home and community now is more important than ever. June is “Wildfire Awareness Month” in the Lake Tahoe Basin, and members of the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team are continuing last year’s campaign by asking all Tahoe residents and visitors to “Think First to Keep Tahoe Fire Safe”.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/26/2017 - 8:24pm
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to 71 calls from May 19-25, 2017.
May 19
10:40 - 1700 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - Smoke detector activation, no fire/ unintentional
13:53 - 2300 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - Assist police or other governmental agency
18:30 - 3600 block of Aspen Ave - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address
21:13 - 1100 block of Stockton Ave - Public service
May 20
07:43 - 600 block of Tahoe Island Dr - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Burnt ballast in overhead lights prompts evacuation at LTCC
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/23/2017 - 10:11pm
Lake Tahoe Community College issued an evacuation order after smoke alarms went off at the campus at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday. The school issued an "emergency" via Twitter, asking everyone to leave:
Alert: There is an emergency at Lake Tahoe Community College, please evacuate to your nearest evacuation area (see evacuation map).
Memorial in South Lake Tahoe dedicated to local heroes
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/22/2017 - 10:42am
The new public safety memorial wall was dedicated during a public ceremony on Friday. Fire trucks and patrol cars lined the street as law enforcement, US Forest Service and fire personnel gathered at the Happy Homestead Cemetery in South Lake Tahoe.
Speakers included Undersheriff Randy Peshon, South Lake Tahoe Police Chief Brian Uhler and South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue Chief Jeff Meston.
Community turns out for celebration of SLT Police Department's 50th anniversary
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The first South Lake Tahoe Police Department community gathering was a successful one on Saturday as the 50th anniversary of the department was celebrated with hundreds of people at Lakeview Commons. There were rides on both the police and fire boats, a concert, BBQ, interactions with the police K-9s, booths, fingerprinting and an awards ceremony.
Going above and beyond the call of duty was recognized with awards to both staff members and the public.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/20/2017 - 7:50pm
The following are the 71 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from May 8-18, 2017.
May 8
06:55 - 800 block of Los Angeles Ave - Smoke detector activation due to malfunction
08:25 - 1200 block of Monument Dr - Public service
09:18 - Tahoe Keys Blvd at Lake Tahoe Blvd - Vehicle accident, general cleanup
11:03 - 900 block of Emerald Bay Rd - Carbon monoxide incident
14:07 - 2000 block of C St - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
10:31 - 1200 block of Monument Dr - Public service
Community party to celebrate South Lake Tahoe Police Department's 50th anniversary
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/17/2017 - 7:30am
Event Date:
May 20, 2017 - 2:00pm
Help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) at a community celebration on Saturday, May 20 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Lakeview Commons.
There will be demonstrations on the police boat, a free concert, the K-9 officers, SWAT, free barbeque and the department's annual awards ceremony.
Enjoy the fun and games and meet your police officers and staff. The following booths will be open for the public to stop by:
Four car collision on SR89 sends three to hospital
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2017 - 7:35pm
Three people were injured after a head-on collision on State Route 89 near Cascade Estates on Saturday, May 13.
According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), a Subaru WRX was being driven northbound on SR-89 near Cascade when the car overheated. The driver pulled to the right shoulder and called his father for assistance. The dad arrived in his Volkswagon Touareg and he parked on the right shoulder behind his son’s WRX, out of the traffic lanes with its hazard lights on.
