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Lake Tahoe area roadwork July 29 - August 4
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/29/2018 - 11:45am
The following is a list of the Caltrans roadwork projects in the Lake Tahoe Basin and El Dorado County for the week of July 29 - August 4, 2018.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
State of the Lake:Both air and water temperatures in Lake Tahoe Basin on the rise
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/27/2018 - 8:35am
In June, 2018, we found out the epic clarity of Lake Tahoe was measured at an average of 59.7 feet in 2017, a 9.5 foot drop from the previous year and 10.3 feet lower than the five-year average according to a report compiled by the Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) at the University of California, Davis.
This measurement surpassed the previous lowest level of 64.1 feet which was recorded in 1997, but far below the record high of over 100 feet in the mid-1960s.
Ferguson Fire grows to 43,299 acres, still sending some smoke into Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/26/2018 - 3:41pm
Some smoke from the Fergason Fire burning west of Yosemite is still making its way into the Lake Tahoe Basin Thursday, and more of the same hazy conditions are expected Friday.
The fire grew by 1,723 acres overnight to a total of 43,299 acres and firefighters have been able to get a line around 27 percent of the fire. 3,686 personnel are currently engaged on the fire which includes 241 engines, 47 water tenders, 18 helicopters, 94 crews, and 63 dozers. South Lake Tahoe, Fallen Leaf Fire and North Tahoe Fire all have sent crews to help in the efforts.
Yosemite Valley closing due to Ferguson Fire
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/24/2018 - 2:23pm
Even though firefighters gained some ground Monday on the Ferguson Fire, Yosemite National Park has announced they are closing Yosemite Valley and Wawona on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at noon to all visitors due to the ongoing impacts of the fire. These closures include all hotels, campgrounds, and visitor services in Yosemite Valley and Wawona. Park visitors currently staying in park campgrounds and lodging facilities are asked to be out of these areas by noon as well. With the ongoing closure of Highway 140, park visitors can exit the park via Highways 120 and 41.
SLT Fire Rescue crew working the over 33,000 acre Ferguson Fire
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/23/2018 - 1:19pm
Four firefighter/paramedics from South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue are part of the 3,000 firefighting personnel at the Ferguson Fire burning northeast of Mariposa in Western Yosemite. This is the fire responsible for sending smoke into the Lake Tahoe basin for a week.
One engine with Captain Tyler Jack, Engineers Kevin Van Kirk and Mike Taormina and Firefighter Danny Vallejo left the South Shore nine days ago for a 14-day assignment at the fire.
They are joined by crews from Fallen Leaf Fire Department, Northstar Fire and North Tahoe Fire Protection District.
Flash flood watch for Lake Tahoe, Reno, Carson Valley and Mono County
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/22/2018 - 9:42am
Smoke from the Ferguson Fire near Yosemite continues to move into the Lake Tahoe Basin. On Sunday, that smoke will be joined by clouds and a 50 percent chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms starting after 12:00 p.m. and going into the evening.
On Saturday, hail and rain was very scattered, with people in the Kingsbury Grade and Heavenly Valley area seeing several minutes of a hail storm accompanied by heavy rain, with areas west of Ski Run Boulevard not seeing a drop of rain.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork July 22-28
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/21/2018 - 9:50pm
The following is a list of the Caltrans roadwork projects in the Lake Tahoe Basin and El Dorado County for the week of July 22 - 28, 2018.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Current fuel conditions prompt USFS to place fire restrictions in Tahoe National Forest
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/16/2018 - 10:32pm
The U.S. Forest Service ordered Fire Restrictions across the Tahoe National Forest starting Monday, July 16, 2018. The decision to order fire restrictions came after an analysis of current fuel conditions and weather observations. This analysis revealed the potential to support large fire growth across the Tahoe National Forest.
Tahoe National Forest covers land from the Sierra foothills to the California/Nevada state line, except for the Lake Tahoe basin.
Chance of thunderstorms return to Lake Tahoe next weekend
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/16/2018 - 12:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Smoke from the Ferguson Fire outside Yosemite is moved into Lake Tahoe and Carson City area today and more smoke is expected again early Monday. As of Sunday night, the fire has burned 4,310 acres and is two percent contained. An evacuation advisory is in place for the Western Yosemite area.
High pressure will build overhead and bring very hot conditions to Western Nevada Tuesday through Wednesday and warm conditions to the mountains. The high will
begin to move east on Thursday with thunderstorm chances increasing along with gradually cooling temperatures.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork July 15-21
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/14/2018 - 9:48pm
The following is a list of the Caltrans roadwork projects in the Lake Tahoe Basinand El Dorado County for the week of July 15 - 21, 2018.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Lake Tahoe area roadwork July 8 - 14
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/06/2018 - 11:29pm
The following is a list of the Caltrans roadwork projects in the Lake Tahoe Basinand El Dorado County for the week of July 8 - 14, 2018.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Approval of cannabis ordinance in South Lake Tahoe greeted by applause
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/03/2018 - 12:10am
A unanimous vote of the South Lake Tahoe City Council brought applause from the audience during Monday’s special meeting. It has been months of expert testimony, community input, committee meetings, and almost two dozen public meetings that led to Monday’s approval of two new cannabis ordinances.
“You have done a remarkable job,” said local resident Oliver Starr on the Council’s sorting out what will be best for the community. Starr said they created an ordinance that is clean, safe and reputable.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork July 1 - 7
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 4:13pm
The 4th of July is not only a fun holiday, but it is a very busy one in Lake Tahoe. Due to heavy holiday traffic, Caltrans will suspend their roadwork projects at the lake.
Roadwork on U.S. Highway 50 from the "Y" intersection to the Trout Creek Bridge will be suspended starting at 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 3. The regular weekly construction schedule will resume at 9 p.m. Thursday, July 5.
Although construction will be suspended for the holiday, there will be heavy traffic and work zones will still be set up. Please "Be Work Zone Alert."
Stellar week ahead in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/29/2018 - 7:20am
Heat will build through the weekend with afternoon highs returning to the 90s across the lower valleys with 80s in the Sierra. Winds will be light with high pressure over the region. North to northwest winds today will keep smoke from the Lions Fire along the Sierra Crest near and south of Mammoth Mountain according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
Winds may be gusty during the Independence Day holiday. This may lead to
hazardous boating and fire weather conditions, exactly their impact will be known as the 4th gets closer.
USFS offers safety tips, provides alcohol ban and parking info, and wishes all a Happy 4th!
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/28/2018 - 11:49pm
The Fourth of July holiday period is upon us and signifies the busiest time of year in the Lake Tahoe Basin. The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) asks residents and visitors to keep the following tips in mind to help everyone enjoy a safe and fun holiday.
To promote public safety, the annual alcohol ban will be in effect at the following locations:
· Nevada Beach on July 4, from 6 a.m. until midnight.
Fire restrictions in place around Lake Tahoe - Know what is allowed
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/27/2018 - 6:20pm
There are important regulations to be aware of when visiting and living in Lake Tahoe, and not all jurisdictions have the same rules.
City of South Lake Tahoe
No outside fires are allowed in the City unless it is a cooking fire with charcoal in a barbecue or in a fire pit with gas piped in, or one that uses liquid petroleum. Anything that creates embers is banned, including wood burning fire pits and backyard bonfires.
Even if wood fire pit has mesh lid, it is banned. No open burning is allowed at this time, including the burning of pine needles are yard debris.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork June 24-30
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/23/2018 - 2:20pm
The following are a list of Caltrans roadwork long and short term projects at Lake Tahoe for the week:
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Tips for fire prevention this summer in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/22/2018 - 3:15pm
Summer officially arrived yesterday and recreational activities are in full swing in the Tahoe Basin. The Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT) would like to take this opportunity to remind visitors and residents that wildfires pose a serious threat to Lake Tahoe neighborhoods and communities and we need help to prevent any unwanted fires this summer. Whether camping, hiking or participating in some other activity in the forest, keep in mind the following advice to Keep Tahoe Fire Safe.
Fireworks
Tahoe yellow cress planting at Baldwin Beach during Native Species Festival
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/20/2018 - 11:37am
Event Date:
June 23, 2018 - 10:00am
On Saturday, June 23, 2018, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., the Sugar Pine Foundation will co-host a Tahoe yellow cress (TYC) planting with the Tahoe yellow cress Adaptive Management Working Group at Baldwin Beach, which is National Forest System land managed by the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU). In addition, the LTBMU will host a TYC information booth at the Native Species Festival on June 23, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork schedule through June 23
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/19/2018 - 12:26pm
The following are Caltrans road projects on the California side of Lake Tahoe for the next week:
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
State Route 49 (El Dorado County): Work continues on a $22 million project to replace the South Fork American River Bridge in Coloma-Lotus. This project will make seismic improvements to the new bridge, widen the structure to allow for 8-foot shoulders and 6-foot sidewalks, and improve the roadway on both sides of the bridge. Completion is expected in mid-August. No traffic-interfering work is scheduled on the highway:
Windy weekend, chance of thunderstorms and cooler temps in Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/14/2018 - 5:32pm
As the first day of summer approaches, Mother Nature is having some second thoughts. There i a Lake Wind Advisory in effect on Friday, June 15 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with winds from the southwest 15-20 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph.
Waves on Lake Tahoe will be 2-3 feet. Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
Steph Curry returns to Lake Tahoe for American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/13/2018 - 9:13pm
Steph Curry, fresh off the Golden State Warrior's third championship in four years, is heading to Lake Tahoe to vie for a different title, one at the American Century Championship July 10-15. He had a final round 68 last year that included 28 of his total 60 Stableford points to finish fourth.
Famous clarity of Lake Tahoe sharply drops
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/13/2018 - 6:26pm
The epic clarity of Lake Tahoe was measured at an average of 59.7 feet in 2017, a 9.5 foot drop from the previous year and 10.3 feet lower than the five-year average according to the annual report compiled by the Tahoe Environmental Research Center at the University of California, Davis.
This measurement surpasses the previous lowest level of 64.1 feet which was recorded in 1997, but far below the record high of over 100 feet in the mid-1960s.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork June 10 - 16
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/09/2018 - 5:45pm
The following are Caltrans road projects on the California side of Lake Tahoe for the next week:
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Cooler weekend with wind warnings, but watch for 80s next week!
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/07/2018 - 8:30pm
Strong, gusty winds return to Lake Tahoe and Northern Nevada, with a Lake Wind Advisory in effect most of the day Saturday from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Dry grass and gusty winds will create dangerous conditions for wildfire should a spark set them off....use care when outdoors as the fuels are ready.
Those heading out on Lake Tahoe and other area lakes need to be aware of hazardous boating conditions starting Friday, then going through Saturday. Remember to wear your personal flotation device at all times.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork June 4 - 9
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/04/2018 - 1:31pm
The following is the Caltrans schedule for Lake Tahoe basin roads this week.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
State Route 49 (El Dorado County): Work continues on a $22 million project to replace the South Fork American River Bridge in Coloma-Lotus. This project will make seismic improvements to the new bridge, widen the structure to allow for 8-foot shoulders and 6-foot sidewalks, and also make roadway improvements to State Route 49 on either side of the bridge. Completion is expected in mid-August. No traffic-interfering work is scheduled on the highway.
Sunny and warm forecast, but first.... windy and chance of thunderstorms
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/30/2018 - 12:21am
There is a Lake Wind Advisory up for Lake Tahoe for Wednesday, May 30, starting at noon and lasting until 9:00 p.m.
A cycle of pleasant mornings and thunderstorms with rain in the afternoons will possibly repeat for two more days. A low pressure is approaching the west coast. This low will move inland and bring gusty winds Wednesday and Thursday, along with some cooling and continued chances for showers and thunderstorms.
By Friday, generally dry conditions move in with a warming trend through the weekend.
The forecast from the National Weather Service:
Lake Tahoe Yoga volunteers work on Elks Point bike path
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/29/2018 - 11:49pm
Volunteers with Lake Tahoe Yoga came together to clean up the bike path that runs from Elks Point Road to Pine Ridge. The studio, serving the South Lake Tahoe area community for ten years, demonstrated their dedication to keeping Tahoe blue with a focus on Ahimsa (non-harming) and rallying residents to help on the path.
Save a bear - be smart about food storage/trash disposal in the outdoors
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/21/2018 - 9:56pm
Several Lake Tahoe agencies have joined together to remind residents and visitors to practice proper food storage and trash disposal at all times while in bear country. Intentional or unintentional feeding of bears can result in the bear being killed, fines and/or jail time for violators. Every year law enforcement and state wildlife officers respond to hundreds of calls in which bears may pose a public safety threat and/or are damaging property. In some cases, the animals are euthanized.
Become part of the solution and help save our Tahoe bears!
US-395 closed near Topaz Lodge after mudslide crosses roadway into hotel
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/21/2018 - 9:05pm
UPDATE 5/22 6:35 a.m. :. On May 21, 2018 at approximately 6:38 p.m. East Fork Fire Protection District and Douglas County Emergency Management was dispatched to several reports of massive debris flows across US 395 in several locations in and around the Topaz Lodge and on Topaz Park Road.
The Topaz Lodge was occupied with about 200 people who sheltered in place during the event. West 395 and Topaz Park Road were completely impassable. Approximately 20 occupied motor vehicles were impacted on the roadways, with no reported injuries.
USFS fuelwood permits go on sale in Lake Tahoe June 4
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/21/2018 - 11:50am
The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will begin the sale of personal use fuelwood permits at the Forest Supervisor’s Office in South Lake Tahoe on Monday, June 4, 2018, and at the Incline Village Forest Service office on Wednesday, June 6. Permits cost $20 per cord, with a two-cord minimum purchase and a limit of 10 cords per household.
Permits have specific conditions and complete information is provided when the permit is issued. Maps to designated cutting areas are provided and must be in the permit holder’s possession along with the valid permit when cutting.
Gear up for cycling with a bike fitting
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/15/2018 - 8:20pm
Being ready to enjoy summer on your bike doesn’t only mean getting or being fit, it includes having your bike fit. With temperatures warming up, this is the perfect opportunity to get your bicycle ready for the season! Anyone who enjoys riding should have their bike fitted. At Barton Health, bike fitting is geared towards clients who road bike, mountain bike, or compete in triathlons – all with the goal of optimizing body position to maximize performance, based on the rider’s recreational or competitive goals and history of injury.
Four vying for El Dorado County Supervisor, District 5
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/12/2018 - 10:51pm
There are four people running for El Dorado County Supervisor for the 5th District on June 5: Incumbent Sue Novasel and challengers Kenny Curtzwiler, Norma Santiago and Jeffrey Spencer. The 5th District covers Pollock Pines to South Lake Tahoe and Tahoma.
South Tahoe Now asked each candidate the same questions, and here are all of their answers, exactly as they were presented to us.
Sue Novasel
Occupation: El Dorado County Supervisor – District V
Past political history:
2015 – Present: County Supervisor, District V
Change to the weather pattern: Rain and thunderstorm in Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/10/2018 - 8:53pm
Warm conditions will give way to much cooler temperatures Friday through the weekend as low pressure moves into northeast California and western Nevada. A cold front will produce stronger winds from the north on Friday which may result in areas of blowing dust, choppy lakes, and the potential for some fire weather concerns.
Did you love Sunday in South Lake Tahoe? Expect more of the same!
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/06/2018 - 8:19pm
What a palette of color for the sunset Sunday! This was a great day to get out on the bike, work in the garden or do anything outside, and more of the same is ahead for a few days. Warm temperatures will remain in place through mid week with record highs and a few thunderstorms possible on Tuesday. Be prepared for breezy late afternoon and evening winds Tuesday and Wednesday. Cooler and breezy conditions are possible for the end
of the week.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Tonight - Partly cloudy, with a low around 36. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Fuel reduction plan released for over 3700 acres of National Forest lands
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 8:31pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Fuels on 3,737 acres of South Lake Tahoe area National Forest lands will be reduced by thinning forest stands and removing forest biomass vegetation, prescribed burning, and reforestation.
The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) announced the the final decision on the project last week. This project helps decrease the risk of wildland fires and complements defensible space treatments implemented by local municipal fire districts on adjacent non-federal lands.
Road to a solution for traffic jams as cars leave South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/22/2018 - 10:11pm
There are several reasons, as well as ideas for a solution, surrounding the traffic jams in Meyers that occur on many Sundays and holidays as vehicles leave the South Lake Tahoe area.
El Dorado County Supervisor Sue Novasel held another town hall meeting about traffic with almost 30 people at the Lake Tahoe Environmental Magnet School this week. She brought along El Dorado County transportation staff and was joined by the California Highway Patrol.
Sunny start to the week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/22/2018 - 11:12am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Beautiful weekend in South Lake Tahoe, and more of the same will go into the next few days with some change by the end of the week.
Much warmer temperatures are expected through next week with mainly dry conditions. A wave passing to the north Sunday will bring increased afternoon and evening winds. There is low pressure developing off the California coast will bring increasing chances for showers and a few thunderstorms from mid week into the weekend.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Barton Health welcomes new doctor to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/18/2018 - 9:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Barton Health has announced the addition of Dr. Gregory Burkard, Jr. to their family of care providers.
Burkard is Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and is an interventional pain and sports medicine physiatrist. This means he is a physician that treats a wide variety of medical conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, muscles, joints and more.
Carl Ichan sells Tropicana Entertainment for $1.85 billion
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/16/2018 - 8:06pm
The parent company of MontBleu Casino Resort on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe has been sold to Eldorado Resorts Inc. and real-estate company Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. for $1.85 billion.
Carl Ichan and his Tropicana Entertainment reached the definitive agreement to sell Tropicana’s real estate to Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. and to merge its gaming and hotel operations into Eldorado Resorts, Inc.
FIrst phase of El Dorado County VHR ordinance closer to approval
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/13/2018 - 8:03pm
Weather has not be the best friend of those wanting to get a revised vacation home rental (VHR) ordinance for El Dorado County. Snow and unsafe travel conditions for staff driving to South Lake Tahoe from Placerville for the meetings lead to the cancellation of the March 3 and March 24 meetings, and the original February 1 meeting had to be stopped due to overcrowding. The next Board of Supervisors meeting on VHRs will be in South Lake Tahoe on May 2 at 6:00 p.m. in the South Tahoe Middle School multi-purpose room.
Column: How Medicare covers kidney disease
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/12/2018 - 3:50pm
Did you know that one in three American adults is at risk for kidney disease? Major risk factors for kidney disease include diabetes, high blood pressure, a family history of kidney failure, and being age 60 or older.
The best way to fight kidney disease is to find it before trouble starts. But if you’ve already been diagnosed, Medicare can help you make informed decisions about your care.
SLT Planning Commission has two openings due to resignations
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/10/2018 - 10:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City is soliciting applications for two appointments to the Planning Commission to fill vacancies due to the resignations of Jamie Orr and Jessie Dwyer.
Orr is moving out of the City Limits and Dwyer is being relocated out of the area for work. Since all commissioners must reside in the South Lake Tahoe city limits, they can no longer serve.
The terms for the two new appointments will last eight months, until January, 2019.
Wind advisory up before snow hits the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/10/2018 - 4:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A couple of fast-moving systems will produce gusty winds and periods of relatively light rain and snow through Thursday in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Much colder temperatures are expected on Thursday, then dry weather with a warming trend returns for Friday and Saturday. A system will bring wetter conditions starting Sunday, with colder conditions returning for Monday and Tuesday.
USFS gives opening dates for Lake Tahoe recreation areas
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/09/2018 - 10:38pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) will soon begin the process of opening recreational facilities in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Weather and snow conditions permitting, Inspiration Point will be the first site to open on Saturday, April 14, 2018. Baldwin and Nevada beaches open April 28. The Taylor Creek Visitor Center opens Friday, May 25. The Tallac Historic Site parking area opens Tuesday, May 15, and will be staffed beginning Saturday, May 26.
The following is a list of opening/service dates, weather and snow conditions permitting:
Prescribed burns in Lake Tahoe ahead of next storm
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/09/2018 - 7:31pm
Prescribed fire operations will continue around several areas around Lake Tahoe this week, weather permitting. he Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT), which includes the Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District, California State Parks, California Tahoe Conservancy and the U.S. Forest Service will continue prescribed fire operations in Sugar Pine Point and Burton Creek state parks on the West Shore, Carnelian Bay and Kings Beach on the North Shore, Logan Shoals on the East Shore and on Kingsbury Grade and off Ski Run Boulevard on the South Shore. Smoke may be present.
Lake Tahoe forecast: Two days of sun, then rain and snow return
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/08/2018 - 12:48pm
The famous blue skies of Lake Tahoe have returned, but just for two days as another west system heads in that will be bringing rain and snow.
As the rigorous trough leaves the Sierra, mild and dry conditions return, but are short lived as more storm systems are on the horizon. Gusty winds and light amounts of rain and snow are possible starting Tuesday and lasting into early
Thursday. Much colder temperatures develop by early Thursday. This will be a fast moving system with a limited moisture tap, but another one is due after next weekend.
Smoke from large prescribed fire may come into Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/03/2018 - 7:40pm
The Eldorado National Forest will begin implementing the Power Fire Fuels Maintenance project 13,50 acres southwest of Lake Tahoe on April 4, ahead of the incoming storm.
Two portions of that project, units 4 and 6, will be prescribed burned. These units are south of Highway 88 between Bear River Reservoir and the Mokelumne River in the 2004 Power Fire burn scar. Due to wind flows, smoke from this fire may come into the Lake Tahoe basin starting Wednesday.
Polystyrene ban in South Lake Tahoe takes effect October 1
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/03/2018 - 11:57am
South Lake Tahoe joins at least 114 other entities in California in banning polystyrene, a type of plastic manufactured from non-renewable fossil fuels and synthetic chemicals that is not biodegradable and becoming a concern across the country.
Starting October 1, 2018, certain single use expanded polystyrene and plastic products will be banned in the City limits "in order to reduce and prevent the presence of this type of litter in the environment and to promote environmentally sustainable practices."
Included in the ban:
Prescribed fire operations continue around Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/02/2018 - 7:56pm
Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team has announced continued prescribed fire operations by the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team at several locations in the Lake Tahoe Basin this week, weather and conditions permitting. Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District, California State Parks, California Tahoe Conservancy and the U.S.
