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Carson Valley Medical Center changes name to Carson Valley Health
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/19/2023 - 12:51pm
GARDNERVILLE, Nev. - When Carson Valley Medical Center’s journey began, they set out to serve the community with compassion, personal connection, and dependability. They said they've been proud of their progress, but when it comes to reaching new altitudes in healthcare, their attitude is – let’s keep climbing.
Now they have a new name but the same commitment.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/18/2023 - 10:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
March 9 - March 15, 2023
3/9
07:27 SNOW TOW - Occurred at Wailaki St/Nahane Dr, in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: ASSISTED.
El Dorado Board of Supervisors vote 3-2 to disband Human Rights Commission
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/18/2023 - 12:15am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - Even though there was overwhelming support voiced for keeping the El Dorado County Human Rights Commission, the supervisors took a first vote to dissolve the five-year-old commission through the adoption of a new ordinance. Supervisors Brooke Laine and John Hidahl were the only two to vote in favor of keeping the commission, with Supervisors Lori Parlin, John Turnboo, and Wendy Thomas against.
Giga Bite Robotics FTC Team from South Lake Tahoe victorious at Nevada State Championships
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/17/2023 - 7:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) youth robotics team from South Lake Tahoe emerged as a member of the winning team at the Nevada State Championships earlier this month. Local Team #20681 Giga Bite with partners VC Silver Circuits and MCII formed the winning alliance and battled it out against 29 other teams from across the state and nearby regions.
Forest Service advises caution at Taylor and Tallac creeks in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 7:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif - Due to the atmospheric rivers impacting the Lake Tahoe region, the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) and the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) are advising the public to avoid the Taylor-Tallac Restoration Project area adjacent to the southwest end of Lake Tahoe.
Epic collaboration to prevent a sewer spill at South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 7:41pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – This winter, Lake Tahoe has experienced the third-highest snowfall on record, with more on the way. Last week’s warm atmospheric river caused structural collapses, avalanches, and extensive flooding around South Lake Tahoe. Of particular concern is a flooded sewer pump station on the Upper Truckee Marsh. Epic collaboration resulted in a solution to address flooding and help prevent a sewer spill.
Placer County to hold meeting on Kings Beach Western Approach Project
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 7:29pm
Event Date:
March 21, 2023 - 6:00pm
KINGS BEACH, Calif. - Placer County will be holding an informational meeting on the Kings Beach Western Approach Project at 6 p.m. on March 21 at the North Tahoe Event Center in Kings Beach. County staff will present a status update on the project, followed by a question-and-answer session.
The meeting will be live-streamed on Zoom for those who are not able to attend in person. Participants can also call in by dialing 1-877-853-5247 and enter meeting ID: 934 6043 9518.
EL Dorado County woman sentenced to 90 days in jail and community service in animal cruelty case
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 12:58pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. – El Dorado County resident Sandra Tidwell pled guilty to felony animal cruelty charges and was sentenced this week to 90 days in jail and 250 hours of community service.
When a search warrant was served on the 50-year-old's home in El Dorado Hills in July 2022, animal services officers found 25 German Shepherd and Husky breed dogs living in deplorable conditions, including 15 adult dogs and ten puppies at Tidwell’s property where she was illegally keeping the animals inside her 1,200 square foot home.
The 12th atmospheric river of the winter is heading to California and Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 11:22am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Enjoy the sun, quiet and calm while it lasts around Lake Tahoe as storms are hanging out on the horizon.
Cool, dry weather is in store to end the work week, but a couple of quick and weak storms will bring a chance of mountain snow and gusty winds this weekend. It is after the weekend when there is potential for a larger, stronger storm (sorry).
California Tahoe Conservancy grants $250,000 to tackle invasive plants
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/16/2023 - 10:47am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The California Tahoe Conservancy (Conservancy) Board approved a $250,000 grant to Tahoe Resource Conservation District (Tahoe RCD) for aquatic invasive plant surveillance and rapid response in Lake Tahoe.
“Aquatic invasive species threaten wildlife habitat, water quality, and recreation opportunities at Lake Tahoe,” said Adam Acosta, Conservancy board chair. “We’re excited to support Tahoe RCD’s efforts to detect and remove invasive plant infestations to help protect the Lake.”
Storm impacts to South Tahoe Public Utility District
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 10:47pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Rain-on-snow events bring unique challenges to wastewater operations in Lake Tahoe. As streets and meadows flood, stormwater seeps through manholes and into the sewer system. This inundates wastewater pump stations and the wastewater treatment plant, increasing the risk of sewer spills.
During this week’s atmospheric river, South Tahoe Public Utility District worked every day around the clock to address challenges and ensure reliable water and wastewater services.
City council approves purchase of new snow removal equipment for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 2:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Snow removal has been a challenge this winter with much more than just snow to deal with. One of those challenges has been equipment, and the need for four new graders and two blowers.
During its Tuesday meeting, the South Lake Tahoe City Council approved the purchase of those items along with a smaller blower for trails and bike paths. The price tag is a big one, over $3,500,000.
Raley's plans to reopen one South Lake Tahoe store soon
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 11:03am
10:30 p.m. UPDATE: The team at Raley's at the "Y" made great progress in safely removing snow off the roof Wednesday. The Emerald Bay Road store is prepared to reopen at 8 a.m. Thursday, March 16.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The March 2023 storms have been damaging to South Lake Tahoe homes and businesses, with several being closed or red-tagged due to safety and structure concerns.
Douglas County lifts precautionary evacuation warning for Buckeye/Dangberg Reservoir area
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 9:35am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. – The Precautionary Evacuation Warning for the Buckeye/Dangberg Reservoir area has been lifted. On Sunday, March 12, Douglas County issued a Precautionary Evacuation Warning for the Buckeye/Dangberg Reservoir area due to a possible reservoir overflow which could affect homes and property in the area. The reservoir waters did not breach the rim and have since receded. At the direction of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and East Fork Fire, the precautionary evacuation warning has been lifted.
Water in Lake Tahoe fully flips for first time since winter of 2018-19
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 8:56am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Lake Tahoe flipped on February 27 or 28 according to the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC). Flipping is when the water fully mixes vertically from top to bottom.
Even though smaller lakes are fully mixed annually, it is less common for Lake Tahoe with a depth of 1,640 feet. The last time Tahoe flipped was in the winter of 2018-19.
TERC researchers are on the like every week to sample water quality, the phytoplankton, and the overall health. They maintain instruments placed on the lake that take instruments every few minutes.
Over 4500 Liberty Utilities customers without power in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/14/2023 - 4:36pm
The power was restored to most customers by 6:15 p.m.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is a power outage in South Lake Tahoe affecting 4,599 customers at this time.
Liberty Utilities has given an estimated time of restoral at 7:52 p.m. No cause has been released.
This story will be updated when new details are available.
Incline High School evacuated over concerns of a gas leak
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/14/2023 - 1:48pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - On Tuesday, March 14, the North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District (NLTFPD) along with Washoe County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) responded to Incline High School for a reported smell of natural gas.
Students were evacuated while fire crews attempted to locate the origin. No gas was detected inside the structure but high levels of gas were detected in multiple locations in the snow on the roof. Due to the heavy snow load, the crews were unable to locate the origin of the leak with this information, natural gas was turned off to the structure.
Nine South Lake Tahoe and Meyers homes and businesses red tagged, 86 damaged due to snow loads
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/14/2023 - 12:04pm
UPDATE 4 p.m.: The numbers have changed a bit during the day. There have now been 150 inspections, with 103 homes/businesses damaged and 15 red-tagged. The following streets in South Lake Tahoe and Meyers are currently closed: Ute, Choctaw, Angora Creek, and Werner Salas.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is no surprise that the area has been hammered this winter, and now heavy snow loads on businesses and homes are being damaged due to collapsing roofs.
Safeway at Round Hill reopening; Douglas County offices closed
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/13/2023 - 8:16pm
UPDATE 3/14 9 a.m. - The Round Hill Safeway is opening its doors by 9:00 a.m. this morning after a long night of snow removal and coordination between engineers and the Douglas County building department.
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Calif. - The Safeway at Round Hill is closed at this time due to concerns about building safety. Douglas County's Community Development office placed a red tag on the building Monday morning, saying the structure was unsafe for occupancy at this time.
South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting moves to virtual only
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/13/2023 - 2:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tuesday, March 14 meeting of the South Lake Tahoe City Council has been moved to virtual only. The meeting will be live-streamed on Channel 21, on the City website at www.cityofslt.us, and via ZOOM at this link https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87651412447. Instructions for participation are below.
Alpine County EOC declares local emergency, services and offices to close Tuesday-Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/13/2023 - 11:54am
Alpine County has declared a local state of emergency. Due to the March storms and atmospheric river events, conditions are or are likely to become, beyond the control of services, personnel, equipment, and facilities in the County.
In an abundance of caution, Alpine County emergency operations center canceled all commission and committee meetings effective immediately through Friday, March 17, 2023.
LTUSD reopens building at South Tahoe High that was closed due to snow load concerns
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/13/2023 - 10:57am
UPDATE 3/14 3 p.m.: Lake Tahoe Unified School District received the go-ahead to reopen Building C on the South Tahoe High School campus.
UPDATE 3/13 4 p.m.: Over the past week, representatives of the Emergency Operation Center (EOC) and LTUSD determined the flat roof buildings at South Tahoe High School should be reviewed. They did so with the use of a drone. It was determined that the A-B-C hall at the school was in need of further review so on Monday, CalFire conducted a walkthrough with the LTUSD directors of facilities and transportation.
South Lake Tahoe, Douglas County and Tahoe Truckee school updates for Monday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/12/2023 - 8:54pm
UPDATE: All LTUSD Schools are on a 2 hour delay - some bus routes are inaccessible.
Please note update to bus route alternate stops:
Atrori & Mandan-please go to Pioneer & Mandan
Sonora & Aspen-please go to Wildwood & Aspen
Sonora & Spruce-please go to Wildwood & Birch
Originally the Sonora & Spruce alternate stop was Wildwood & Spruce but now it is Wildwood and Birch.
Monday is now a delayed start for all schools except Truckee Elementary. Today Truckee Elementary is closed due to snow load issues on the roof.
Winter Storm warning in place for Lake Tahoe through Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/12/2023 - 7:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The storm door remains wide open this week. A Winter Storm Warning continues for the Lake Tahoe Basin through Wednesday, March 15 at 6 p.m.
Expect lesser snow amounts through Monday than originally forecast, then a fast drop in snow levels late Tuesday into Wednesday. Unsettled and showery
conditions remain possible later this week through next weekend.
High avalanche danger for Lake Tahoe - one takes out power lines at Stanford Camp
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/12/2023 - 5:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The U.S. Forest Service Sierra Avalanche Center has issued a backcountry avalanche warning for the central Sierra Nevada between Yuba Pass to the north and Ebbetts Pass to the south, including the greater Lake Tahoe area. High avalanche danger is expected in the mountains through at least Monday morning.
Expect slabs of wind-blown snow and storm snow to avalanche as heavy snow, some rain, and strong winds continue today. Avalanches could occur on any steep slope at any elevation. Travel in, near, or below avalanche terrain is not recommended.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/12/2023 - 3:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
March 2 - March 8, 2023
3/2
05:20 SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE REPORT - Occurred on Thunderbird Ct, in South Lake Tahoe. Disposition: 1022/Disregard.
Continued structure issues around South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/12/2023 - 2:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The heavy snow loads and excess water from the current train of storms continues to compromise roofs around South Lake Tahoe. On Sunday morning, Raley's at the Y closed due to leaking issues. "Due to weather, and in an abundance of caution, we have temporarily closed our store," said the store in a statement. "We will post updates as they become available."
TJ Maxx in South Lake Tahoe is also closed due to leaking issues and safety concerns.
On Saturday, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue responded to a mobile home on Julie Lane that had a roof collapse.
Douglas County issues precautionary evacuation warning for Buckeye/Dangberg Reservoir
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/12/2023 - 2:10pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A precautionary evacuation warning has been issued for the Buckeye/Dangberg Reservoir area due to a possible reservoir overflow. If this happened, the 50 homes in the area and property could be affected.
An overflow could impact other property infrastructure in the area.
View a map of the affected area here. Click search bar to type in your address: https://gisservices.douglasnv.us/portal/apps/instant/minimalist/index.html?appid=6e75f6ef2e3045dca51...
Don't forget to turn those clocks forward Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/11/2023 - 6:00pm
As we deal with snow, rain, dangerous roofs, and roads, the time change may be the last thing on our minds. Sunday, March 12 marks the one time a year when a day has 23 hours in it as Daylight Saving Time begins, and clocks move forward at 2 a.m.
But why are we still having to switch times twice a year after California voters voted to abolish the ritual? Voters passed a ballot measure in 2018 by almost 60 percent, telling the state legislature they wanted a change to daylight saving. State lawmakers still have not passed legislation to abolish it.
Crews responding to flooding in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/11/2023 - 5:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe public works department is getting help from both South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Tahoe Douglas Fire in helping to mitigate localized flooding.
Streets in the Bijou area were experiencing heavy flooding - Bill Avenue, Shirley Avenue, Vanda Lee Way, and Betty Rae Lane were closed Saturday but have since reopened, though there is still some flooding. Werner Salas Drive is still closed.
There are many other areas experiencing flooding in South Lake Tahoe and Meyers, and crews have been also addressing them when they can.
Heavenly Mountain Resorts plans on opening Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/11/2023 - 2:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After two days of closure, Heavenly Mountain Resorts plans on opening on Sunday with a delayed start time. They are currently digging out, tackling rime ice removal from lifts/lift terminals, conducting snow safety work, and preparing across the mountain for guests to return.
There has been heavy and deep higher elevation snow and rime ice, so those upper mountain runs and lifts won't be open at first. The plan is to have the following areas open:
Douglas County commissioners declare local state of emergency
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/11/2023 - 10:39am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County Board of County Commissioners declared a local state of emergency to seek assistance from the Nevada governor and state agencies during the current flooding situation.
The County’s decision came amid a period of significant precipitation. With saturated soil and more rain and snowfall on the way, the County remains concerned about localized flooding.
Roof buckling over South Lake Tahoe Raley's at Village Center prompts closure
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/11/2023 - 9:49am
SUNDAY UPDATE: There was a further collapse of the roof over Raley's in South Lake Tahoe overnight, leaving the inside of the store unstable. Other businesses are still open in the Village Center as the only affected area at this time is the grocery store on one wing, and Sidestreet Boutique on the other.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The winter's heavy loads of snow on South Lake Tahoe buildings continues to take its toll.
Walkway and stairs collapse under weight of snow at South Lake Tahoe apartment building
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/10/2023 - 8:51pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Five residents had to escape from their apartments Friday night after a partial collapse at a seven-unit complex in South Lake Tahoe.
South Lake Taho Fire Rescue (SLTFR) received the call at approximately 7:30 p.m. and rushed to the building at 769 San Francisco Avenue. They found a partial collapse on one side of a two-story apartment complex in South Lake Tahoe
Tahoe Douglas Fire responds to Thursday night fire in Glenbrook
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/10/2023 - 7:47pm
GLENBROOK, Nev. — A house fire in Glenbrook on Thursday was quickly contained by the Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District (TDFPD).
On March 9 at 8:27 p.m., TDFPD responded to the home with seven apparatuses. Flames were visible. All occupants made it out of the residence without injury and damage was isolated to a few rooms.
The cause of the fire is undetermined and no other information is available at this time.
South Lake Tahoe Fire and East Fork Fire provided coverage for the district as TDFPD was at the Glenbrook fire.
Heavenly Mountain Resort to remain closed Saturday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/10/2023 - 3:25pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As expected, this latest atmospheric river has created major challenges for Heavenly Mountain Resort, its employees, and the South Lake Tahoe community. Due to these challenges, the resort will remain closed for a second day on Saturday.
Both the City of South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County has declared a State of Emergency, and impacts from the weather are widespread from the resort through Lake Tahoe.
Counties reminding all it is illegal to price gouge during a State of Emergency
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/10/2023 - 3:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With many homeowners around Lake Tahoe in need of snow removal from roofs during the rain-on-snow event, quotes for services have been seen from what many feel are reasonable, to what many believe are unreasonable. The El Dorado County District Attorney's Office joined Placer County today in reminding the public it is illegal to price gouge during a state of emergency.
"Price gouging for snow removal and other goods and services is illegal and we will hold you accountable," said DA Vern Pierson of the practice during the state of emergency.
STPUD seeks public's help in preventing sewer spills during floods at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/10/2023 - 2:37pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – With heavy rain on snow causing flooding, South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) asks customers to help prevent stormwater from entering the sewer system. Do not open manholes. Run sump pumps into the storm drain and not into the sewer system.
Local governments ask for people to not travel to Lake Tahoe this weekend
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/10/2023 - 12:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, US Forest Service, California Highway Patrol, and Placer County are among others all asking for no nonessential travel to the Sierra and Lake Tahoe during the duration of the atmospheric river.
Road closures and other issues due to flooding and snow
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/10/2023 - 12:28pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With rain in the Lake Tahoe Basin and Carson Valley, roads are being covered with standing water. Some roads are closed due to standing water and other weather-related reasons so research all roads before driving.
US50 between Meyers and Twin Bridges has reopened with no controls. A mud/rock slide near Johnson Pass Road closed the road overnight as they cleared the roadway.
Some South Lake Tahoe and Douglas County offices closed
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/10/2023 - 9:44am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. – Due to travel impacts from regional flooding, Douglas County offices are closing Friday, but County courts will remain open for normal business hours.
Aside from essential public safety, corrections personnel, and courts, all county offices will close early.
There is currently flooding on many roads around Douglas County. Douglas County Sheriff Daniel Coverley has advised that motorists should avoid travel in unnecessary and non-emergency situations.
Second Serving will be closed Friday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/10/2023 - 9:03am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Bread & Broth Second Serving at Lake Tahoe Presbyterian Church in South Lake Tahoe will be closed on Friday.
Due to weather and road conditions, the decision was made to not serve on Friday for the safety of guests and volunteers.
They will resume next Friday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Lake Tahoe Presbyterian Church is located at 2733 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe.
Schools closed in South Lake Tahoe, North Lake Tahoe and Truckee, and Incline Village
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/10/2023 - 7:24am
10 a.m. update: The Douglas County Sheriffs' office has asked to have all valley dchools to close due to current road conditions and road closures. All DCSD Valley Elementary students who were picked up on the bus are being taken to school and families will need to pick them up. If you haven't sent your student to school please keep them at home. Secondary students can return home on the bus or use their usual transportation method to get home.
Governor Newsom adds El Dorado, Placer and 19 additional counties to State of Emergency
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/09/2023 - 9:43pm
SACRAMENTO Calif. – With a series of storms forecasted to continue through mid-March, including at least two atmospheric rivers, Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency for 21 additional counties on Thursday. This move is to support storm response and relief efforts in Butte, El Dorado, Fresno, Humboldt, Imperial, Inyo, Lake, Mendocino, Merced, Monterey, Napa, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Stanislaus, Tuolumne, and Yuba counties.
Fire starts after Swiss Mart gas station canopy falls in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/09/2023 - 7:06pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Another canopy at a South Lake Tahoe gas station fell on Thursday evening, this time causing a fire at one of the gas pumps.
The roadway was closed at the Swiss Mart station at 913 Emerald Bay Road as emergency crews responded. The fire has been contained to one pump and there was no damage reported at the building and no injuries.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue has extinguished the fire and is still on the scene.
There is no other information available at this time.
Emergency Operations Center opened for South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/09/2023 - 6:42pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The CalFIRE, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue, and Lake Valley Fire are currently in Unified Command with direction from the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to respond to various life and safety requests. El Dorado County and the City of South Lake Tahoe are working together to address the current emergency the area is facing due to a rain-on-snow event.
Another building in South Lake Tahoe suffers roof failure due to snow load
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/09/2023 - 5:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - More South Lake Tahoe buildings suffering damage from heavy snow loads on roofs.
On Wednesday, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue responded to a business at 2226 Eloise on reports the roof collapsed. Upon arrival, they found a roof failure under the snow load. The pressure caused two bay doors to be blown out. It is now red-tagged as it is unstable.
On Thursday, a beam snapped at 2184 Ruth and the South Lake Tahoe building responded.
2023 final year for National Championship Air Races at Reno-Stead Airport, new venue possible
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/09/2023 - 2:38pm
RENO, Nev. – On Thursday the Reno Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA) and the Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) announced that they have reached an agreement for 2023 to be the final year the Reno-Stead Airport will host the National Championship Air Races. The Reno Air Racing Association’s final Reno-Stead Airport event is set to take place from September 13-17 and will feature the seven classes of air racing plus extraordinary military and civilian demonstrations that fans have come to love as well as a celebration of the event’s almost 60 years in northern Nevada.
Heavenly to close on Friday due to incoming storm, weekend operations on day-to-day basis
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/09/2023 - 1:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Heavenly Mountain Resort will be closed on Friday, March 10 due to the incoming atmospheric river storm system. This system will impact South Lake Tahoe through the weekend and into next week, so there may be further operation issues.
Both the City of South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County has issued emergency proclamations and Heavenly said they want to do their part and support the community during the emergency situation.
Liberty encourages customers to prepare for the approaching winter weather
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/09/2023 - 11:59am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Winter weather and high winds are anticipated across the region this weekend. The expected combination of snow, rain, freezing temperatures, and winds may produce hazardous conditions and the potential for outages.
Liberty is preparing for potential impacts from the storm and has brought in additional crews to assist with outage response. All of their linemen and additional crews are staged throughout the service territory, ready to respond to outages.
