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Parade, food trucks and fireworks highlight South Lake Tahoe 4th of July
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/02/2019 - 8:58pm
Event Date:
July 4, 2019 (All day)
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is more to do in South Lake Tahoe on the 4th of July than watch one of the top fireworks shows in the west.
To start off the holiday, the City of South Lake Tahoe is organizing the annual 4th of July parade down Highway 50 from Ski Run Boulevard to Bijou Community Park on Al Tahoe Boulevard starting at 10:00 a.m.
Column: As Housing Shortages Increase, Local Employers Take Action
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/26/2019 - 7:25am
While many local groups have joined forces to develop housing for residents, the reality is that it takes time to build new housing. And time is what many of our local employers don't have right now as we head into summer. Faced with an immediate need to house their employees, employers have created their own solutions.
Pilot full closure program on two roads in Meyers to help address traffic issues
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/19/2019 - 4:11pm
El Dorado County unveiled their pilot plan Tuesday evening, one that is designed to help alleviate traffic congestion on Meyer's back roads during two holiday weekends this summer.
El Dorado County Department of Transportation (EDCDOT) Director Rafael Martinez joined other staff members in presenting the traffic congestion circulation alternative to the approximately 25 people in attendance. There will be a hard closure in place on Sawmill Road near Highway 50, and on North Upper Truckee near Highway 50 during the July 4th and Labor Day holiday weekends as part of a pilot project.
Bike Rodeo in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 5:31pm
Event Date:
June 8, 2019 - 7:00pm The Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra in conjunction with the El Dorado County Sheriff's office, South Lake Tahoe Police Department, Lake Valley Fire Department, South Lake Tahoe Fire Department, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, California Highway Patrol, Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition and Blue Zone Sports will be hosting a bike rodeo at South Tahoe Middle School on Saturday June 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Bay Area woman identified as Eagle Falls accident victim
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/02/2019 - 12:06am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 35-year-old woman from the San Francisco Bay Area has been identified as the person who was swept away in the quick-moving current of Eagle Falls near Emerald Bay on Friday.
Dina Stephanie Espinosa had been sitting in one of the pools of water near the waterfall when she slipped as she was reaching for a branch, got caught in the current and went over the waterfall, according to the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO).
Golden Bear neighborhood to hold emergency evacuation drill
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/08/2019 - 8:29pm
Event Date:
May 18, 2019 - 8:00am
The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services, Lake Valley Fire Protection District, CAL Fire, and the US Forest Service will be hosting a community evacuation drill for the Golden Bear Residential Tract on Saturday, May 18. The drill will take place from 8:00 a.m. to about 12:00 p.m.
Airport Way renamed "Lisa Maloff Way" in honor of her numerous contributions
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/07/2019 - 9:10am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In honor of Mrs. Lisa Maloff's numerous contributions to our community, today the South Lake Tahoe City Council officially renamed a street after her, and issued a proclamation.
In this proclamation, the City extended to Lisa and Robert "Bob" Maloff their appreciation and gratitude for the numerous donations made to the local community. Her philanthropic donations have forever changed the community and her donations
throughout the medical, education, field sports, and family services will touch generations of Lake Tahoe residents.
Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet School 1st grader "Principal for a Day"
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/03/2019 - 4:47pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It isn't every day that 7-year-old Rocco DeFranco begins his day with a ride to Freel Perk for a cup of hot chocolate with Principal Joe Dameral before heading to Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet School (LTESM) to begin his day.
And that was just the beginning of a day that wasn't a normal one for the first grader.
During the school's recent Spring Fling Pasta Dinner fundraiser, Rocco bid on an interesting silent auction item to be Principal for a Day. He spent his savings of $180 on that special day and Rocco was able to collect his prize on May 3.
City of South Lake Tahoe newsletter: At Lake Level
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/01/2019 - 5:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - City Manager Frank Rush writes a community monthly newsletter and shares it on South Tahoe Now. The following is the May 1, 2019 edition:
Sign Up for the Brand New City Newsletter
Multiple agencies respond to fire Saturday in prescribed burn area of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/27/2019 - 7:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Several agencies responded to a report of fire behind Sierra Tahoe Ready-Mix near Twin Peaks in South Lake Tahoe just before noon on Saturday, April 27.
Cabin west of Lake Tahoe suffers total loss in fire
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/13/2019 - 2:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A home at the intersection of Highway 50 and Sierra-at-Tahoe Road in the historic community of Phillips is a total loss after a fire ripped through it Friday night.
At 11:15 p.m. on April 12, Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) crews were called out to the scene along with several other agencies. Upon arrival, they found the home fully engulfed. Inside the home had been two women, one male, two dogs and two cats.
The male was transported to Barton Hospital with smoke inhalation and one cat was lost to the fire.
Cal-Tahoe JPA moves towards new 10-year contract with County
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/09/2019 - 10:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For almost 18 years the California Tahoe Emergency Services Operations Authority (CTESOA) has been providing ambulance service to the portions of El Dorado County at Lake Tahoe and parts of northwestern Alpine County through a Joint Powers Authority (JPA).
Highway reopens after another snow slide closes Echo Summit
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/07/2019 - 7:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Travelers over Highway 50 and Echo Summit today had some challenges, once after the road was closed for avalanche control, and a second time when a snow slide covered the road.
One person was injured when their car was involved in the snow slide. They were transferred to the hospital with non-serious injuries according to the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO). Another buried car had no injuries involved.
Kudos: Drug Store Project appreciates help from the community
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 8:28pm
Tahoe is a glorious place. Most of us come here to live in its beauty, but it’s the “community” that keeps so many of us here. It’s that sense of doing good for one another that keeps many of us hopeful about the future. I’m happily involved in different aspects of our community and that part of my life is why I feel so grateful and blessed. Tuesday’s Drug Store Project for our sixth-grade youth was a testament to the compassion and dedication of our agencies, businesses, service clubs, and community members for the good of its people.
Lake Valley Fire Protection District hosting annual Easter Egg Hunt
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 9:56am
Event Date:
April 21, 2019 - 9:30am
MEYERS, Calif. - The Lake Valley Firefighters Foundation is once again sponsoring their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 21 at Tahoe Paradise Park. Over 10,000 eggs will be hidden for kids to find, including the Golden Egg containing a special prize.
The day's activities will include a visit by the Easter Bunny and the historic fire truck. Bring a camera for these photo opportunities. There will be a bake sale, hot cocoa, and coffee.
Arrive at 9:30 a.m. to prepare for the 10:00 a.m. hunt. Parking is limited.
For more information, call 530.577.3737.
16th annual Drug Store Project in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 6:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On Tuesday, April 2, 325 6th graders from South Tahoe Middle School, Zephyr Cove Elementary School and home-schooled youth, will spend the day at Lake Tahoe Community College going through the 16th annual Drug Store Project.
Since 2004, middle school students in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) have gone through the Drug Store Project (DSP), a day-long comprehensive drug prevention program designed to educate youth about the dangers of substance use and abuse.
STPUD starts process to raise water and sewer rates
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/21/2019 - 10:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) will start the process to raise water service rates by up to six percent and sewer rates by up to five percent in order to start replacing aging pipes and providing improved fire flow throughout their service area. If fully implemented, this increase would fuel an $81.5M capital improvement program for sewer improvements, and $70M for water system improvements, especially fire flow projects.
Public meeting in Lake Tahoe to discuss wildfire danger and remedies
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/14/2019 - 3:31pm
Event Date:
March 18, 2019 - 5:30pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - A public meeting to discuss vegetation management options in an effort to reduce fire danger in area communities will be held on Monday, March 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the upstairs meeting room at Lake Valley Fire Protection District Headquarters.
Fire is a big concern in Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County and protecting the community and its residents will take management of surrounding vegetation. The meeting will discuss threats and remedies.
57th Annual Lake Valley Firefighters Ball
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/11/2019 - 11:29am
Event Date:
March 22, 2019 - 5:30pm The Lake Valley Firefighter's Foundation will be hosting it's annual fundraising event at the beautiful Riva Grill this year. The elegant event will include a welcome drink, three-course meal, live and silent auction full of unique items, DJ, dancing and much more to ensure a grand time for all.
The mission of the Foundation is to sponsor programs that enhance the lives and safety of our community and it's members that we value so highly. We give generously to our community service organizations and contribute financially to programs, events, school functions and scholarships.
John Thiel: New man at the helm of South Tahoe Public Utility District
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/04/2019 - 7:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After Richard Solbrig told the South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) Board of Directors he was retiring in January 2019 after 29 years with the agency the hunt was on for a new general manager.
It turned out they didn't have to look far.
John Thiel had been hired by Solbrig in 1992 as a staff engineer and he worked his way up through the ranks over the last 27 years until the Board chose him as the new general manager.
Public meeting in Lake Tahoe to discuss wildfire danger and remedies
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/20/2019 - 4:12pm
3/2/19 UPDATE: Due to the projected weather conditions in South Lake Tahoe, the Monday, March 4th Vegetation Management meeting has been cancelled. The meeting well be rescheduled at a later date.
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - A public meeting to discuss vegetation management options in an effort to reduce fire danger in area communities will be held on Monday, March 4 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the upstairs room at Lake Valley Fire Protection District Headquarters.
South Lake Tahoe traffic meeting: "Our quality of life has been affected"
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/02/2019 - 4:50pm
MEYERS, Calif. - Traffic through neighborhoods in the Meyers area has become unbearable to many residents as vehicles leaving South Lake Tahoe to take to side streets in an effort to circumvent Highway 50 traffic over Echo Summit.
In an effort to find solutions to a problem that keeps Meyers residents from their homes for hours at a time, a townhall-style meeting was held on Friday night.
Letter: Agencies alert public on what they're doing to alleviate traffic leaving South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/02/2019 - 12:03am
The following is a letter created by the four agencies currently working together to try and find a solution to the traffic problem in Meyers as visitors exit Lake Tahoe after a weekend. A public meeting was held on Friday night and that story will be carried on Saturday.
South Lake Tahoe route set for the Amgen 2019 men's race
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/31/2019 - 7:55am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 2019 Amgen Tour of California will be the longest and most challenging in its 14-year history, including a Men’s Stage 2 race from Rancho Cordova to South Lake Tahoe on May 13. This marks the fifth straight year South Lake Tahoe has hosted an Amgen Tour of California event.
South Lake Tahoe rollover crash sends two to hospital with minor injuries
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/25/2019 - 8:29pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A woman and her three-year-old child were transported to Barton Hospital Wednesday evening after their vehicle rolled several times on Pioneer Trail just east of Jicarilla Drive in South Lake Tahoe.
The early reports completed by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) state the 25-year-old driver lost control of her vehicle and it hit the guardrail twice before rolling and landing on its roof. Witnesses told responding Lake Valley Firefighters they saw the car roll five times.
Man arrested after honey oil lab starts house fire in Meyers
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/23/2019 - 9:23am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A rental home in Meyers was severely damaged in a fire on January 15, 2019, the result of an illegal drug lab according to the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO).
At 3:18 p.m., Lake Valley Fire Protection District responded to the report of a car crashing into a home at the intersection of Tomahawk Lane and Apache Avenue. Upon arrival, they found a structure and vehicle fire and called in South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue for backup.
Standstill on South Lake Tahoe area highway and streets; Groups looking into solution
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 7:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's almost a perfect storm for traffic in Lake Tahoe: extra visitors in town for the holiday weekend and epic ski conditions with snow and chain requirements over US50 and Echo Summit.
On Monday, locals and visitors alike were part of that storm, leaving motorists stranded along US 50, Lake Tahoe Blvd., and all surface streets in Meyers that have a link to the highway over Echo Summit.
Kitchen fire closes Hunan Garden temporarily
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/19/2019 - 5:57pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Hunan Garden on Emerald Bay Road in South Lake Tahoe is closed after a fire broke out in the kitchen's grease shoot, spreading to the stove and exhaust vent.
At 11:09 p.m. on January 18, crews from South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue arrived at the restaurant and saw flames shooting out of the vents on the roof. Not knowing the extent of the fire they called in Lake Valley Fire and Tahoe Douglas Fire to assist.
The hood system worked and kept the fire in check until the crews could extinguish the fire.
Fire in Meyers quickly extinguished by Lake Valley
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/16/2019 - 8:01pm
MEYERS, Calif - A quick response by Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) kept a Tuesday afternoon fire from spreading in Meyers, just outside of South Lake Tahoe.
The calls into 911 first alerted first responders that a car had collided with a residence on Tomahawk Lane and Apache Avenue. Upon arrival they found a structure and vehicle fire.
At 3:18 p.m., LVFPD responded with engines, medic and battalion chiefs while South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue also sent an engine and crew.
Tahoe Warm Room open house for the community
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/15/2019 - 4:45pm
Event Date:
February 7, 2019 - 3:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless is hosting an open house at the South Lake Tahoe Warm Room on February 7, 2019 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event will begin with tours of the Warm Room from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Warm Room is the overnight emergency shelter we operate each winter to give our homeless neighbors respite from the worst of the winter weather. This year the Warm Room is located at 1201 Emerald Bay Road in South Lake Tahoe, next door to Ernie’s Coffee Shop.
One arrested in South Lake Tahoe honey oil explosion
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/12/2019 - 9:12am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - One man has been arrested in connection with Friday's house fire on Kyburz Avenue in South Lake Tahoe.
Joe Johnson, 37, was arrested on a felony charge of manufacturing a controlled substance and a misdemeanor charge of obstruction of a police officer.
Fire at South Lake Tahoe home under investigation
Submitted by admin on Fri, 01/11/2019 - 7:27pm
UPDATE at 9:00 a.m. 1/12/19: One man has been arrested in connection with this fire. To see more: http://southtahoenow.com/story/01/12/2019/one-arrested-south-lake-tahoe-honey-oil-explosion
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UPDATE at 8:45 p.m. 1/11/19: The South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue is still on the scene of an earlier fire on Kyburz Avenue. The cause of the fire is under investigation by both the fire and police departments.
New Detective Sgt. Travis Cabral said he did not expect any further updates tonight.
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Fire at Presbyterian Church in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/09/2019 - 10:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A fire at the Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church on Wednesday evening caused an estimated $50,000 in damage according to South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR).
At 6:20 p.m. on January 9, a call was received by the police department's dispatch center about a fire at the church, located at 2733 Lake Tahoe Blvd. Not only did two engines, a squad truck and battalion chief respond for SLTFR, Lake Valley Fire sent in an engine and battalion chief and Tahoe Douglas Fire contributed a fire truck, ambulance and chief.
57th annual Lake Valley Firefighter's Ball
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/05/2019 - 9:46pm
Event Date:
March 22, 2019 - 5:30pm
The 57th annual Firefighters Ball fundraiser hosted by the Lake Valley Firefighter Foundation will be held on Friday, March 22, 2019 from 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Riva Grill in South Lake Tahoe.
This year's event includes a three-course meal, dancing, a silent auction and live auction. Auctions items include a 2019-2020 ski pass and vacation packages.
To get tickets and for more information, contact the foundation at 530.577.3737 or via their facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/lakevalleyfoundation/
Letter: Concerning that LTUSD staff doesn't feel safe in reporting potential threats to safety
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/07/2018 - 3:48pm
Dear Community, With a very heavy heart, I feel it is my responsibility to share the statement I gave yesterday at the Public Comment portion of the special School Board meeting that focused on the events of Sierra House’s 11/11 fire and clean-up. We are all deeply grateful for the success of Lake Valley Fire and all the specialists and District staff that have bent heaven and earth to help remediate all aspects of this situation. I write with deep respect and gratitude for all that LTUSD leadership has done for our family and community as well.
Sierra House update: After Action parent/teacher team being formed
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/04/2018 - 9:29pm
December 4, 2018 - Sierra House Elementary School Principal Karin Holmes has been providing parents and the community with updates since a fire on November 11 destroyed a section of the school.
Parents question safety at Sierra House Elementary after school reopens soon after fire
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 6:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A fire that destroyed a hallway, reading room and teacher's room on Sunday, November 11 was just seconds away from engulfing all of Sierra House Elementary. Had it not been for the quick response by Lake Valley Fire Protection District the discussion would be about replacing the 44-year-old South Lake Tahoe school rather than the processes involved to get it cleaned up and opened in just two days.
Decorated fire truck schedule: South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/23/2018 - 9:34am
Event Date:
December 10, 2018 (All day)
The longstanding tradition of a decorated fire engine continues in South Lake Tahoe as the SLT Fire Rescue team sets out on nightly travels through neighborhoods December 10-24, 2018. Each nigh the South Lake Tahoe Christmas Engine will leave Station 3 at the Y at 5:00 p.m. and the firefighters will be passing out candy canes to everyone who comes out to see them!
Monday December 10 - Keys/Venice Blvd
Tuesday December 11 - Glenwood area
Wednesday December 12 - Keys Blvd/State streets
Thursday December 13 - Barton/Tahoe Island park
Decorated fire truck schedule: Lake Valley
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/23/2018 - 8:50am
The longstanding tradition of a decorated fire truck in South Lake Tahoe and Meyers continues again in 2018. Here is the Lake Valley Fire Protection District's holiday engine neighborhood schedule. The truck runs December 11-23, 2018.
December 11 – Echo View Estates, Tahoe Mountain Road, Mule Deer Circle
December 12 – Lake Tahoe Blvd from Boulder Mountain Drive to Grizzly Mountain Drive
December 13 – West side of North Upper Truckee from Zuni Street Highway 50, Chiapa Drive
December 14 – East side of North Upper Truckee from Grizzly Mountain to West San Bernardino Ave.
Outpouring of love by South Shore community for Camp Fire victims
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/21/2018 - 10:47am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It takes a tragedy to bring people together, no matter their politics, their income or twitter handle.
Many in the South Lake Tahoe and Meyers community remember where they were at 2:15 p.m. on Sunday, June 24, 2007 and what happened in the days that followed. The Angora Fire quickly tore through neighborhoods, destroying 251 homes and burning 3,100 acres. While it seems small in comparison with the monster fires of 2017 and 2018, it took everything from so many local families.
The community came together to help their friends and neighbors.
Sierra House Elementary fire caused by power cord overload
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/20/2018 - 6:28pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A fire at Sierra House Elementary School on November 11, 2018 was caused by an electrical overload due to “daisy chain wiring” of two power cords in a classroom.
When firefighters from Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) arrived at the school at 9:35 p.m. they found smoke once the front doors were opened and flames observed as they turned the corner near the "upper pod" wing.
Dave Huber retires after 35 years of serving with Lake Valley Fire
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/14/2018 - 10:14pm
Lake Valley Fire Protection District Director Dave Huber has retired after serving seven years as a volunteer firefighter and 28 years on their Board of Directors.
During his term as a director, Huber helped start the Cal Tahoe Emergency Services Operations Authority ambulance program where he also served as a board member.
Evacuation planning session for Golden Bear neighborhood
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/12/2018 - 4:10pm
Event Date:
November 14, 2018 - 5:30pm
The Golden Bear neighborhood of South Lake Tahoe will be holding an evacuation planning meeting with the Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) on Wednesday, November 14 at 5:30 p.m. at Station 6.
Residents in the area have created a spread sheet of every home, information on the residents, how many pets and other specific issues with each home. The approached LVFPD in helping them to prepare evacuation information since there is only one entrance/exit to their area off Pioneer Trail.
Multiple agencies respond to fire at Sierra House Elementary
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/12/2018 - 12:49am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - An automatic fire alarm was triggered by a fire inside Sierra House Elementary school at 9:35 p.m. Sunday, November 11, bringing out a full response from fire fighters around the lake and law enforcement.
Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) was the first on the scene and saw smoke coming from the school which is located at Pioneer Trail and Remington Trail. Once inside they found fire in what is known as the upper pod at the school.
Names released in officer involved shooting in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/06/2018 - 6:42pm
The names of the two South Lake Tahoe police detectives involved in last Monday's officer involved shooting have been released.
South Lake Tahoe house fire displaces two
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/02/2018 - 10:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A home in South Lake Tahoe is most likely a total loss after a fire ripped through it Friday evening.
At 5:08 p.m. on November 2, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) was dispatched to a home in the 1800 block of Delta Street in the Y area of town. Upon arrival they found an 800-square-foot home fully engulfed with flames.
The two residents of the house were not at home when the fire broke out.
Home severely damaged in South Lake Tahoe fire
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/25/2018 - 8:48pm
10.3.18 update: The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department has released their final report on the September 22 fire at a Sonora Avenue home.
According to their report, the exact cause of the fire could not be determined except that it started on the couch on the first floor.
Property loss is estimated at $200,000 with an additional $50,000 in contents loss. Smoke detectors were installed at the home and all went off when the fire started.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Emergency crews responded to two South Lake Tahoe fires on Saturday, one a house fire and another a brush fire.
Quick response keeps Echo Summit fire contained to small area
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/20/2018 - 8:41am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An illegal and abandoned campfire near the Pacific Crest Trail ignited a fire on Wednesday evening.
Crews from USFS, Lake Valley Fire and Calfire were called to the 5:20 p.m. fire on September 19. They staged at the Echo Summit Caltrans maintenance yard on Highway 50, and when determined to be on Forest Service land, the Engine 42 crew from USFS hiked into the fire location and the others were on call in case needed.
Firefest returns to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/15/2018 - 4:23pm
Event Date:
September 29, 2018 - 10:00am
Fire Fest 2018 will be held on Saturday, September 29, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. outside the Hard Rock Casino Lake Tahoe. Admission is free and it's a great opportunity for families to have fun while learning about fire safety and conservation.
Helicopters will star again this year as they land just outside the venue at the Hard Rock Casino Lake Tahoe. What an incredible opportunity to get a close-up look at these amazing machines. Crews will be on hand to answer questions and explain how they help us when we need them most.
Lake Valley Fire Protection District seeking board member
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/14/2018 - 10:49am
There are two open seats for the Lake Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors, and with only one candidate in the November 6 election, the Board is seeking nominees to fill the other vacancy.
Brian Hogan, an appointed incumbent, is the only person to file for the November 6 election. The current board is Chairperson Robert Bettencourt, Vice-Chairperson Dave Huber, Secretary John Rice and directors Leona Allen and Hogan. Huber is not seeking re-election.
