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By Chris Neklason
Published Aug 05, 2024

A screenshot of the CalFire active incidents web page from August 4, 2024. Yikes. Image credit: CalFire Public Domain

California Fire Season Grinds On

I hate to be a broken record droning on and on about wildfires, but California is breaking records with the hottest July ever, leading to possibly the worst fire season ever.

Global average temperatures are fast approaching 1.5°Celsius above pre-industrial levels—a tipping point—and the extreme weather predicted by climate scientists is already upon us.

We've previously written about how communities are devoting resources to prepare for and respond to extreme events, and in this issue of The Newsletter we want to shine a spotlight on a partnership building community resilience in North Tahoe.

The Tahoe Truckee COAD—Community Organizations Active in Disaster

Our friends at the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation are working to keep Tahoe blue, green, and resilient.

Building Community Resilience in North Tahoe

A CalFire tanker aircraft drops a plume of fire retardant on a forest.

The Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation develops partnerships to prepare and respond to emergencies with its COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disaster).

	Placer County's Homepage
Direct your browser to https://placer.californialocal.com/ to catch up on the latest news in California and Placer County. Bookmark the link and visit often, there's a lot happening in your community!

Become a Watch Duty Sponsor or Volunteer

You will no doubt remember our article about the Watch Duty app which provides a one-stop portal for active wildfire information.

This fire season is straining these volunteer fire-watchers' resources as they continue to inform local communities facing nearby wildfires.

Please consider donating or volunteering to help them help you stay informed and prepared.

Recipe of the Week

Our friends at Sacramento Digs Gardening publish a recipe from their gardens every Sunday, which we feature here so you can start your week with some yum.

See more recipes in their Taste Summer! cookbook.

Marinate smaller zucchini for a cool summer salad

Herbs added just before serving finish off this salad that makes use of smaller zucchini and summer squash.

New! Lemon, garlic and herbs flavor this no-cook side dish

Get to Know a Group

Big Brothers Big Sisters

Big Brother Big Sisters provides children facing adversity with strong, enduring, professionally supported mentorship. The chapter serves Sacramento and Yolo counties, as well as southern Placer County.

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From Our Media Allies

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	Day Hiker: China Bar Popular for Rafting, Hiking, Photography
	This very popular trail in the Auburn State Recreation Area offers ample parking, vault toilets and trail access to the river.

	Rocklin to Celebrate National Night Out on Aug. 6
	In honor of National Night Out, the community of Rocklin is invited to celebrate its law enforcement and first responders at a community-wide public event at Johnson-Springview Park on Tuesday.

	Sierra College Foundation Raises Nearly $3 Million for Local Students
	The Sierra College Foundation closed Academic Year 23-24 by awarding nearly $350,000 in scholarships to more than 200 local students to help pay for school, as well as living costs such as rent, utilities, gas and food.

	Loomis Rolls Out Free Oak Tree Adoption Program for Locals
	In an effort to preserve and maintain the Loomis oak forest canopy, the Town announced Wednesday a "50-50" grant program to prune oak trees on private properties. The Town will match up to $1,500 toward oak tree pruning for each …

	Registration Deadline for Sponsors, Participants for 21st Annual Downtown Truckee Wine, Walk & Shop Approached
	The 21st Annual Downtown Truckee Wine, Walk & Shop is seeking sponsors and participants for this year's event on Oct. 5 from noon to 4 p.m. This premier event attracts nearly 1,000 locals and visitors who enjoy wine tasting, local …

	Town of Truckee Announces Dark Skies Photo Contest Winners at Exhibit Reception
	More than 50 people turned out for a special reception to celebrate the winners in the Town of Truckee's first-ever "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark" photo contest that was held last Friday, July 26, at the Truckee Donner Recreation …

	Colfax Considers Mixed-Use Zoning
	The Colfax City Council held a public hearing on July 24 to consider a mixed-use zoning proposal for Main Street, where concerns were expressed about reducing retail presence.

	Spaulding Repairs Making Progress
	PG&E announced partial service restored, though the Placer County Water Agency is still asking customers to conserve water usage.

	National Night Out Street Fair Event Scheduled Aug. 6 in Old Town Auburn
	The Auburn community will come together next week to honor its partnerships with local law enforcement as it celebrates National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 6, in Old Town Auburn.

	Arson Arrest in Nevada County
	A 43-year-old Penn Valley man was arrested late Monday night by a CAL FIRE Law Enforcement Officer, assisted by Nevada County Sheriff's Office. The man was arrested after he was seen fleeing the area of multiple roadside fires in the …

	Lake Clarity Topic of State of the Lake
	UC Davis TERC will host the annual State of the Lake Report presentation at Granlibakken Tahoe on Aug. 8 at 6 p.m. with TERC interim director Alex Forrest. The event will also be offered virtually and will feature a panel …

	Nevada County Office of Emergency Services Kicks-Off Youth Emergency Preparedness Week
	For Nevada County to be wildfire resilient and disaster-ready it will take all of us. This is something the Nevada County Office of Emergency Services has recognized, having worked to identify gaps in disaster preparedness with their 2024 Disaster Engagement …

Recent Local News

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• Mountain Lion Sighting Reported in Roseville

A mountain lion was reported in central Roseville near Interstate 80 on August 1.

(08/01/2024) → The Sacramento Bee

Recent Statewide News

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• Rent Drives Up CA Cost of Living

Many landlords in California can only raise the rent a certain amount. On August 1, they — and their tenants — found out how high.

(08/02/2024) → CalMatters

• A Soil Fungus That Can Kill Is on the Rise in California: What to Know About Valley Fever

About 80 Californians die every year after contracting Valley fever, a fungal disease that typically affects the lungs. A recent outbreak was traced to a music festival in Kern County.

(08/01/2024) → CalMatters

• California Lawmakers Negotiating Sweeping Package to Speed Up Solar, Wind Energy

Legislators and Gov. Newsom are working behind the scenes to draft energy legislation before the end-of-the-month deadline.

(08/01/2024) → CalMatters

• What CA Voters Should Know on Minimum Wage, Health Tax Props

A voter at a polling center at Santa Ana College in Santa Ana on March 5, 2024. Photo by Lauren Justice for CalMatters

(08/01/2024) → CalMatters

• California’s Voters Face Competing Ballot Measures as Interest Groups Clash

Although the initiative process — proposing new laws via ballot measures — has been in California’s constitution for more than a century, its use was fairly uncommon until the 1970s.

(07/30/2024) → CalMatters

Government Announcements

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	United States (08/01/2024) Metro Produce Distributors Inc. Recalls Fresh Guacamole Because of Possible Health Risk
Metro Produce Distributors Inc. of Minneapolis, Minnesota, is voluntarily recalling all Lunds & Byerlys fresh guacamole products with a use-by date of August 2, 2024, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fat

	City of Colfax (08/01/2024) Colfax Connections, August 2024
Colfax Connections is a newsletter with community news and event information from around Colfax. The post Colfax Connections, August 2024 appeared first on City of Colfax.

	County of Placer (07/31/2024) Placer County lifts health advisory and opens public access to Carnelian West Beach
As of Wednesday, July 31, the shoreline health advisory zone and beach closure are lifted for Carnelian West Beach. Residents and visitors may resume water contact and recreation activities at this location.

	Town of Loomis (07/31/2024) New Oak Tree Programs for Town Residents
The Town of Loomis is offering two Oak Tree programs for its residents (see flyers below). Click here to learn more about each program. The post New Oak Tree Programs for Town Residents appeared first on Loomis, CA.

	County of Placer (07/30/2024) Supervisor Landon appointed to national leadership position on agriculture and rural affairs
Placer County District 2 Supervisor Shanti Landon has been appointed Rural Development Subcommittee Vice Chair for the National Association of Counties Agriculture and Rural Affairs Policy Steering Committee.

	United States (07/30/2024) Colonna Brothers, Inc. Issues an Updated Voluntary Recall for "1.5oz Marcum Ground Cinnamon & 2.25oz Supreme Tradition Ground Cinnamon" Because of Possible Health Risk Due to Elevated Lead Levels
Colonna Brothers of North Bergen, NJ is voluntarily recalling its 1.5oz Marcum Ground Cinnamon & 2.25oz Supreme Tradition Ground Cinnamon because of a possible health risk due to elevated lead levels. Short term exposures to very low levels of lead may not elicit any symptoms. It is possible that in

	United States (07/30/2024) Boar's Head Provisions Co. Expands Recall for Ready-To-Eat Meat and Poultry Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination
WASHINGTON, July 30, 2024 - Boar's Head Provisions Co., Inc., a Jarratt, Va., establishment, is expanding its July 26, 2024, recall of deli meat products that may be adulterated with...

	United States (07/29/2024) Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Vegan Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream of Brooklyn, NY is voluntarily recalling its Vegan Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Lot 24V094 pints sold at the 81 Bergen Street Brooklyn, NY location. These pints contain an undeclared allergen, peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious

	United States (07/29/2024) Advance Food International Inc. Recalls Shahzada Brand Cinnamon Powder 7oz Because of Possible Health Risk
Advance Food International, Inc. of Maspeth, NY is recalling Shahzada brand Cinnamon Powder in 7oz packing, because it has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead. Short term exposures to very low levels of lead may not elicit any symptoms. It is possible that increased blood l

	United States (07/29/2024) American Spices LLC. Recalls Spice Class Ground Cinnamon Because of Possible Health Risk
American Spices, LLC. of Ozone Park, NY is recalling Spice Class brand Ground Cinnamon, because it has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead. Short term exposures to very low levels of lead may not elicit any symptoms. It is possible that increased blood lead levels may be th

California Fire Season Grinds On

The Tahoe Truckee COAD—Community Organizations Active in Disaster

Placer County's Homepage

Become a Watch Duty Sponsor or Volunteer

Recipe of the Week

Get to Know a Group

From Our Media Allies

Recent Local News

Recent Statewide News

Government Announcements