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Mudslide west of Strawberry
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/20/2024 - 4:31pm
6:10PM UPDATE: No lanes are currently blocked according to CHP, "all lanes opened."
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A mudslide about 100 feet wide and three inches deep has crossed over US50 west of Strawberry. Along with the mud, branches, and other debris also in the slide.
As of 4:45 p.m., Caltrans is sending equipment to clear the mud from Placerville with an estimated time of their arrival in one hour.
Caltrans signage is warning people to not go through the mud and traffic is backing up.
FAQs about new South Lake Tahoe defensible space ordinance
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/20/2024 - 4:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) has a new newsletter (go here to subscribe) and shared a "beginning set of frequently asked questions" about the new defensible space ordinance for the city.
Besides the newsletter, social media, and the information below, SLTFR will hold a Question and Answer session at Cuppa Tahoe on July 20 at 6:30 p.m.
Small earthquakes centered in Lake Tahoe Saturday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/20/2024 - 7:44am
8:00PM UPDATE: There have been a few more earthquakes centered in the middle of Lake Tahoe this evening. According to USGS, there was a 3.4 magnitude just after 8 p.m., followed by 1.5 at 8:05 p.m., and a 2.8 at 8:19 p.m. The University of Nevada reports several small ones during the day, all under 1.0 magnitude.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Sierra Nevada is no stranger to seismic activity and Lake Tahoe is on the western rim of the Basin and Range Province, one of the most seismically active regions in the United States.
Forest Service update on Basin Wide Trails Analysis Project
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/19/2024 - 7:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – In response to questions from interested community members and stakeholders, the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) is providing the following update on the Basin Wide Trails Analysis Project.
In September 2023, LTBMU initiated a 30-day public comment period for the draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Basin Wide Trails Analysis Project. The EA included an analysis of e-bike use and addressed trail system access and connectivity on National Forest lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Beaches closed after untreated sewage reaches Carnelian Bay at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/19/2024 - 4:34pm
CARNELIAN BAY, Calif. - North Tahoe Public Utility District (NTPUD), Placer County, and the California Tahoe Conservancy issued a health advisory for the Carnelian Bay area of Lake Tahoe following a spill of approximately 85,000 gallons of untreated sewage that reached the lake Thursday evening.
Reno religious leader Zed to open US Senate with prayer for the second time on July 30
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/19/2024 - 2:36pm
Event Date:
July 30, 2024 (All day) Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, who read the invocation (opening-prayer) in the United States (US) Senate in Washington DC on July 12, 2007; which was protested and disrupted; has been scheduled to deliver the opening-prayer again in the Senate on July 30.
Trail Etiquette Stencil Initiative expands to reduce multi-use trail conflicts
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/19/2024 - 11:09am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Users of the popular multi-use paved trails throughout the Tahoe Basin and Truckee will find new messages stenciled in chalk along the trails encouraging trail etiquette. The messages, tested last summer on the Legacy Trail in Truckee and later on the Pope-Baldwin Trail in South Lake Tahoe, encourage users to “share the path,” “keep right, pass left,” and also include more tongue-in-cheek reminders like “we put a man on the moon, surely we can share this trail.” Messages have been stenciled in English and Spanish.
78,798 miles and 5,5M vertical feet accomplished during 19th annual Tahoe Bike Month
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/18/2024 - 10:56am
The 19th annual Tahoe Bike Month achieved record-breaking participation this year, according to the organizers. Through June, a diverse community of 474 Tahoe residents and visitors embraced biking as a sustainable transportation option, collectively logging 9,890 trips covering 78,798 miles and climbing 5,512,602 vertical feet.
Suspect arrested after attempting to flee South Lake Tahoe Police in stolen vehicle
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/18/2024 - 9:49am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – A suspect from Sparks, Nevada has been arrested after leading officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) on a chase through the Al Tahoe neighborhood and into the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center area.
During the evening of July 17, 2024, SLTPD patrol officers received information about a truck that had been stolen in Sparks. At approximately 8:10 p.m. the stolen truck was spotted heading eastbound on Lake Tahoe Blvd., near Al Tahoe Blvd. Officers attempted an enforcement stop but the driver failed to yield and sped away.
Jordan the Science Wizard in free outdoor performance at South Lake Tahoe Library
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/17/2024 - 9:29pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Summer Reading Challenge at the South Lake Tahoe Library is bringing another fun, free event to the community. On July 19 at 2 p.m., Jordan the Science Wizard will perform his Super Cool Chemistry show, including melting, oozing, bubbling, and foaming science fun.
Bring the whole family for this outdoor performance!
The South Lake Tahoe Library is located at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd., South Lake Tahoe. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Reverse 911 system fails during Douglas County's Spring Valley Fire
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/17/2024 - 12:39pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - There was a glitch in the Douglas County Reverse 911 software during Tuesday's Spring Valley Fire so wireless alerts were unable to be transmitted to residents during a critical evacuation notice.
County officials said this unforeseen technology issue posed a significant challenge. However, Douglas County Sheriff's Office deputies and the Douglas County Search and Rescue team were able to conduct door-to-door notifications to alert residents promptly. Their swift action ensured that residents were informed and able to evacuate safely, minimizing potential risks.
Vacancy Tax proponents to host online info session on July 24
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/16/2024 - 10:11pm
Event Date:
July 24, 2024 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The proponents of the vacancy tax, now designated Measure N, will hold a digital information policy to answer questions about the policy on Wednesday, July 24, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Zoom.
Members of Locals for Affordable Housing will walk through the key aspects of the initiative and address frequently asked questions. Questions can be submitted with an RSVP at tahoevacancytax.com/info-session.
Who: Locals for Affordable Housing - Proponents of Measure N
What: Vacancy Tax Info Session
Where: tahoevacancytax.com/info-session
Roads reopen and evacuations lifted at Douglas County fire
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/16/2024 - 4:49pm
1:00PM UPDATE 7/17: U.S. 395 is now fully open in both directions. All evacuations have been lifted. Residents may now return to their homes. Approximately 120 acres burned in the fire.
8:45PM UPDATE: Evacuations for Topaz Ranch Estates were lifted at 8 p.m. and residents may now return to their homes. The Topaz Ranch Estates Community Center evacuation center is now closed. The evacuation for Double Springs is still in place. U.S. 395 is still closed in both directions at Leviathan Mine Road and State Route 208.
Evacuation Notices:
Soon there will be a new Nugget in town - the Tahoe Nugget plans to open August 1
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/16/2024 - 3:09pm
STATELINE, Nev. - In 1965, the first of what would become many casinos with the name "Nugget" in them opened on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. The next chapter of gaming in the same building that hosted the South Tahoe Nugget, John's Tahoe Nugget, and Ed's Tahoe Nugget, is about to begin.
The Tahoe Nugget has been undergoing some remodeling, and owner David Steve Tate hopes to be open by August 1. There is a new carpet, tin ceiling, mountain-style paneled walls, a new rock fireplace, a large bar with televisions, and about 140 slot machines.
Harmful Algal Blooms not found at El Dorado Beach or Nevada Beach
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/16/2024 - 1:07pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The water samples collected at El Dorado Beach and Nevada Beach at Lake Tahoe were "non-detect" for toxins associated with Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs).
The Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board (Lahontan Water Board) and the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) collected water samples on July 8 and July 10 at the two beaches, El Dorado Beach in California and Nevada Beach in Nevada.
Suspect arrested in South Lake Tahoe shooting
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/16/2024 - 6:56am
5 PM Update: On July 16, 2024, at approximately 5:51 a.m., South Lake Tahoe
Dispatch received a 911 call regarding a shooting that had just occurred on the 2300 block of Eloise Av.
South Lake Tahoe Police (SLTPD) patrol officers arrived in the area and found a victim (a 32-year-old male) near the intersection of Tahoe Keys Blvd. and Eloise Ave., who suffered injuries from what appeared to be blunt force trauma to his head. The victim was quickly transported to Barton via ambulance and has since been released.
Filing period opens for candidates for South Lake Tahoe City Council, STPUD, LTUSD, LVFPD
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/16/2024 - 5:01am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The November 5, 2024, election will be here before we know it, and now is the time to file to be a candidate for several local positions that will be on that ballot.
Candidate filing opened Monday and ends on August 9. If an incumbent fails to file, the filing period will be extended to August 14 for that position only.
Lightning strikes South Lake Tahoe home, causes small fire; Tree at Emerald Bay also struck
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/15/2024 - 3:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Firefighters responded to a lightning strike on a South Lake Tahoe home Monday afternoon and were able to quickly extinguish it before any major damage.
Just after 3 p.m. on July 15, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) responded to the home on Jeffery Street near the Tahoe Keys. As a lightning cell passed over South Lake Tahoe, a bolt hit a tree adjacent to the home, and then hit the roof of the home. The homeowners were at home at the time and were able to get out. There were no injuries.
More rain expected Monday at Lake Tahoe, then sunshine and warming temperatures
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/14/2024 - 4:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After a very wet weekend, the storm chances drop off significantly on Tuesday through the remainder of the work week as we remain under the influence of the trough. Temperatures will also remain moderated to near or just above seasonal averages through the week.
More typical July warmth is expected through much of this week. A warming trend looks likely next weekend as a ridge re-amplifies over the western US, according to Reno's National Weather Service (NWS).
The weekly forecast for South Lake Tahoe from NWS Reno:
California National Forests prepare for incoming critical fire weather
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/12/2024 - 9:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) is augmenting staff and pre-positioning firefighting resources across the Lake Tahoe Basin, preparing for predicted critical fire weather over the weekend and into next week.
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen leads at American Century Championship, Mardy Fish in second
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/12/2024 - 9:40pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen had three birdies and an eagle to grab a one-point lead over Mardy Fish after Friday's first round of the American Century Championship (ACC).
Thielen had three birdies and an eagle on the par-5 16th to finish with 24 points at the 35th annual celebrity golf tournament. Fish, the 2020 winner, had five birdies and totaled 23 points in the Stableford scoring used in the ACC.
Tim Brown aces the 12th hole at the American Century Championship, winning a MasterCraft X24
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/12/2024 - 9:08pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - There was a lot of excitement at Edgewood Tahoe Friday, from a momma bear and her two cubs sauntering across the fairway to Tim Brown getting a hole-in-one, earning him a new MasterCraft X24 boat valued at over $200,000.
The Hall of Fame receiver hit the cup with an incredible shot on hole #12.
Friday at the ACC Golf Championship, Hall of Fame Wide Receiver Tim Brown shot an incredible hole-in-one on hole #12, winning himself a MasterCraft X24 valued at over $200,000.
Red Flag Warning for Lake Tahoe Saturday and Sunday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/12/2024 - 8:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Services (NWS) in Reno has issued a Red Flag Warning for Lake Tahoe, Truckee, and the rest of the Eastern Sierra, northeast California including Surprise Valley, and western Nevada.
The warning is in effect from 5 a.m. Saturday to 8 p.m. Sunday for thunderstorms and strong outflow winds up to 50 mph. Scattered thunderstorms are expected with little to no rainfall.
Whenever there is a Red Flag Warning in South Lake Tahoe, no outdoor fires of any kind are allowed due to the fire danger. This includes BBQs.
Round One of 35th annual American Century Championship on Friday at Edgewood
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 10:13pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Friday begins the 35th annual American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe. Wednesday and Thursday were full of Pro-Am tournaments, practice, and a lot of fun for the fans, and the players.
On Thursday, the Korbel Long Drive Contest was held, with recently retired Jason Kelce recording the longest drive on the par-5 15th hole. Kelce hit the ball 322 years and for his efforts won $5,000 to go toward a charity of his choice.
NTSB releases preliminary investigation on plane crash that killed two on their way to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 9:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two cousins on their way to South Lake Tahoe to enjoy their timeshare died in a plane crash in the mountains south of Lake Tahoe on June 12, 2024. Raphael Jones Jr., 74, of San Jose, and Nannete Singer, 80, of Lodi, died in the crash.
The National Transportation Safety Board has released its preliminary report on the crash.
Enhanced fire restrictions enacted on USFS land at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 7:03pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - In addition to year-round restricted areas, enhanced fire restrictions went into effect today, July 11, 2024, on National Forest lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin and will remain in effect through December 1, 2024, or until rescinded.
South Lake Tahoe man convicted of impersonating federal officers
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2024 - 6:19pm
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — After a three-day trial, a federal jury found Anton Andreyevich Iagounov, 38, of South Lake Tahoe, guilty of four counts of impersonating a federal officer, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.
Iagounov pretended to be a federal law enforcement agent by creating and sending counterfeit investigative documents, which he signed in the name of a fictional federal agent, seeking highly protected information from the Department of Defense.
New superintendent hired for Douglas County School District
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 9:55pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County School District now has a new superintendent, something many parents and staff are looking forward to as a way of getting things back on track for the district. Interim Superintendent Jeannie Dwyer has been filling in since the departure of Keith Lewis on November 1, 2023.
Fire updates on Pay Fire and Royal Fire
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 9:52pm
There were two fires in areas adjacent to the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, the Pay Fire and the Royal Fire, and neither are causing any concerns at this time.
Reauthorization of Lake Tahoe Restoration Act for 10 years passes Senate, now onto House
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 9:03pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Cal. - Senator Catherine Cortez Masto’s (D-Nev.) legislation to extend the authorization of the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act for 10 years passed the Senate on Wednesday. Cortez Masto’s legislation is cosponsored by Senators Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), and Laphonza Butler (D-Calif.) and it would allow federal funds to continue maintaining the environment, supporting local jobs, and strengthening the tourism economy around Lake Tahoe. The legislation now heads to the U.S. House of Representatives.
Donation made to City of South Lake Tahoe's new recreation center in honor of Tim and Stacy Wakefield
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 5:41pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - If you could be anyone in the world, be a Wakefield. That was evident on Wednesday at Edgewood Tahoe as the spirit of philanthropy was in full swing as the American Century Championship kicked off.
Select bottom barriers to be removed from Taylor Creek/Marsh in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2024 - 3:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Contractors will begin removing some bottom barriers at the mouth of Taylor Creek and the adjacent marsh this week. These bottom barriers were installed in 2022 as part of a collaborative effort to remove invasive plants from approximately 17 acres of wetlands in Taylor and Tallac creeks and marshes in preparation for the larger Taylor/Tallac Restoration Project.
CHP seeking South Lake Tahoe hit and run suspect
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 10:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - California Highway Patrol (CHP) of South Lake Tahoe is asking for the public's help in catching a hit-and-run suspect. On Saturday, July 6, 2024, a light blue Subaru Outback with a bike in the back struck another vehicle in the SR-89/US-50 roundabout. The Subaru was being driven by a white male adult wearing a tan floppy hat. The Subaru fled the scene without exchanging information with the other driver, a violation of 20002(a) VC.
Any information should be directed to Officer Ruth Loehr at 530-539-9500 or rloehr@chp.ca.gov.
Unity at the Lake welcomes Donna Apidone as speaker
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2024 - 11:08am
Event Date:
August 4, 2024 - 10:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Unity at the Lake is welcoming Donna Apidone as their guest presenter on Sunday, August 4 at 10 a.m. Donna is a former "Morning Edition" and “CapRadio Reads” host on NPR, and since leaving the radio network, she has been teaching and writing.
Donna teaches TransForMission, a course all about finding Purpose in life, at Sacramento State University and congregations throughout the region. The course is based on her book, also titled TransForMission.
El Dorado County is one of seven counties on Fire Risk Reduction List
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/08/2024 - 5:42pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - El Dorado County has been named one of seven counties to receive placement on the California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Fire Risk Reduction List. This recognition highlights local agencies throughout the state that meet the best practices for local fire planning.
Placer County and the Town of Truckee also made the list.
On June 19, the Board of Forestry adopted a resolution to approve the 2024 Fire Risk Reduction Community List, which became effective July 1. A copy of this resolution and the 2024 iteration of the list can be found here.
More algae testing around Lake Tahoe after social media post goes viral about death of dog
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/08/2024 - 3:12pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Scientists test the beautiful blue water of Lake Tahoe often, and shoreline testing is routinely done in search of possible harmful algal blooms, or HABs.
A social media post was made on TikTok and shared on many other platforms about a dog dying after being in the water at El Dorado Beach or Nevada Beach. The dog owner stated her veterinarian said it was due to HABs.
Royal Fire burning 12 miles southwest of Truckee now 168 acres, missing hiking group found
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/08/2024 - 7:02am
UPDATE 5 p.m. Monday: Air Attack is reporting the Royal Fire at 154 acres due to more accurate mapping. There has been no change in containment but the fire continued to hold within its footprint throughout the day. Tankers have boxed the fire in with retardant. Three Type 1 helicopters have been performing water drops throughout the day.
Heat Advisory ending early in South Lake Tahoe after two days of record breaking temps
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/07/2024 - 9:31pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - First the good news, the Heat Advisory originally in place for South Lake Tahoe until Friday night is expiring tonight. While daytime highs will still be in the 90s, the HeatRisk levels will mainly be minor to moderate due to cool overnight lows, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
July 6 - South Lake Tahoe observed a high of 91°F this afternoon, breaking the old record of 90°F set in 2014.
July 7 - South Lake Tahoe observed a high of 92°F, easily surpassing the previous record of 88°F set in 2014, 2021.
Now, the bad news.
Royal Fire burning west of Lake Tahoe in the Royal Gorge area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/07/2024 - 7:18pm
TAHOE NATIONAL FOREST, Calif. - The Royal Fire is a new fire reported Sunday afternoon in the Tahoe National Forest and is currently growing at a moderate to rapid rate. Named the Royal Fire since it is in the Royal Gorge area, west of Lake Tahoe.
Cal Fire - NEU reports the fire has burned 54 acres so far and air resources have been working the fire as ground crews make their way to the scene.
South Lake Tahoe Police kept busy over the 4th of July holiday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/07/2024 - 3:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was a very busy 4th of July holiday for the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD). Not only did they respond to 196 calls in 24 hours, they also responded to two collisions, one with serious injuries.
On July 3 at 11:30 p.m., an electric moped and a pedestrian were involved in a collision at Fairway Avenue and Lake Tahoe Blvd. The pedestrian sustained major life-threatening injuries and was flown to Renown Hospital in Reno. SLTPD Lt. Scott Crivelli said that person is now in stable condition. This incident is under investigation.
Lahontan National Fish Hatchery stocks 12,144 catchable Pilot Peak cutthroat trout into Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/07/2024 - 2:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Over the past month, the Lahontan National Fish Hatchery has stocked 12,144 catchable Pilot Peak strain Lahontan cutthroat trout into Lake Tahoe at El Dorado Beach, Zephyr Cove Marina, and Kings Beach State Park.
Stocking and updates will continue bi-weekly throughout the summer at various publicly accessible locations in both California and Nevada.
Major delays expected as crews continue SR28 project in North Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/06/2024 - 11:11pm
PLACER COUNTY – Caltrans is advising motorists of a broadband installation project set to begin on Monday, July 8 along State Route 28 (SR-28) along the north shore of Lake Tahoe.
This project is part of a larger statewide effort by the California Department of Technology to bring high-speed broadband into rural communities. The contractor for this project is Teichert Construction.
Survey work will be occurring along the eastbound shoulder of SR-28 at the following locations:
Between Jackpine Street and Laurel Drive:
Monday, July 8 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Pay Fire burning east of Placerville off of US50
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/06/2024 - 5:08pm
UPDATE 8 a.m. Monday: Evacuation Warnings have been lifted on areas except for some parts of Texas Hill Rd and Pay Dirt Rd. The Placerville Airport remains under an Evacuation Order. Please use caution in the area as Emergency Personnel and equipment are operating in the area. Evacuation Shelter is now closed. The fire remains at 77 acres and 25 percent containment.
Countdown to American Century Championship - Saturday tickets sold out
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/06/2024 - 1:52pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Calif. - Now that the fireworks have ended, the beaches cleaned up, and the 4th of July vacationers are wrapping up their Lake Tahoe trips, the next big event is upon us. The 35th annual American Century Championship (ACC) will be at Edgewood Tahoe practice rounds to start the week, and for the public, Pro-Am tournaments on Wednesday and Thursday before the championship runfs from Friday, July 12 to Sunday, July 14.
Week-long Heat Advisory issued for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/06/2024 - 12:11pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Heat Advisory for the Lake Tahoe Basin that will be in effect until 10 a.m. Friday, July 12.
While Lake Tahoe Basin will not be into the 100s like Western Nevada and much of California, officials are warning that the high elevation combined with low humidity and high temperatures have created the advisory. There is a prolonged period of Moderate to Major Heat Risk and heat health impacts for those sensitive to heat or those without access to effective cooling.
Trash left on Lake Tahoe beaches significantly less this 4th of July; Volunteer forces break records
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/05/2024 - 4:17pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - After the large amount of trash left behind by the 4th of July revelers on Zephyr Shoals in 2023, all eyes were on the post-holiday beach cleanups around Lake Tahoe on July 5.
At seven beach cleanup sites coordinated by the League to Save Lake Tahoe (Keep Tahoe Blue), the total trash removed weighed in at 1,866 pounds. At Zephyr Shoals last year alone, the trash left behind on the scenic 3/4-mile beach totaled over 8,000 pounds.
Over 250 cars parked along Warrior Way on July 4; 23 towed from no parking areas on US50
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/05/2024 - 3:13pm
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - With the new parking situation on US50 and along Warrior Way at Zephyr Cove, the results of a busy holiday were unknown, until now.
Keeping bear wild - Tips from bear experts for camping in the Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/04/2024 - 11:22pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Headed to the Lake Tahoe Basin for a summer camping trip? Black bear biologists who work in the Tahoe Basin every day have some advice and thoughts to share to help keep Tahoe bears wild.
The Lake Tahoe Basin is the heart of bear country and bears in the basin are especially active and persistent in their search for food. Sometimes, the easiest food for them to find is human food and garbage.
Lake Tahoe Golf Course recognized for environmental excellence
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/03/2024 - 1:24pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Golf Course has retained its designation as a "Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary" through the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses, an Audubon International program. Bobby Jaeger, the superintendent, led the effort to maintain sanctuary status on this course. Lake Tahoe Golf Course was designated as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary in 2003 and is one of over 900 courses in the world to hold certification from Audubon International.
Settlement reached in Lake Tahoe workforce housing litigation
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/02/2024 - 9:40pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and the nonprofit conservation and workforce housing organization MAP (Mountain Area Preservation) have announced a settlement agreement over litigation MAP filed in February.
