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National Weather Service Issues Winter Storm Watch

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch from 5 am Saturday to noon on Sunday. Snow is expected at elevations above 3,500 feet, including the north eastern section of Butte County. People traveling in mountain areas may experience significant reductions in visibility and are advised to carry chains and expect travel delays. … Continued

High Winds May Cause Tree Hazards in Burn Area

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the northern Sacramento Valley and surrounding foothills on Saturday. Jan. 5, from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., with sustained winds reaching 25 – 30 mph, and wind gusts of up to 50 mph. These high winds may cause tree hazards in areas affected by the … Continued

Fire-Damaged Septic Systems and Wells May Be Eligible for Assistance

California residents whose homes were damaged or destroyed by the November wildfires in Butte, Los Angeles, and Ventura counties, may be able to get help paying for some household repairs not usually covered by insurance. Repair or replacement of fire-damaged septic systems and wells may be eligible for grants from the Individual and Households Program … Continued

Town of Paradise Services at Town Hall

As of 1-2-19, Town of Paradise Septic Department will begin limited services at the Town Hall location in Paradise. Citizens will be able to obtain their septic records. When will Town Hall be open? Starting on Wednesday January 2, 2019, the Septic Department in Town Hall will be staffed to make available septic records from … Continued

Drive-thru water distribution site opens for PID Customers

Paradise Irrigation District customers residing in Paradise will receive bottled drinking water starting Friday, December 28th. PID Customers can visit the Drive-thru water distribution site at the District office located at 6332 Clark Road and pick up one case of water per day for their household between 10 am and 2 pm Monday through Friday. … Continued

Public Meeting to Discuss Proposed Oroville Temporary Debris Handling Facility

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will host a public meeting to discuss the proposed debris handling facility in Oroville and answer questions. When: Thursday, December 27, 2018, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Where: State Theatre, 1489 Myers … Continued

Camp Fire Evacuees Asked to Resume Care of Animals Sheltering in Place

Animal rescue field groups from Butte County Animal Control (BCAC) and North Valley Animal Disaster Group (NVADG) have been providing feed and care to animals sheltering in place within the fire affected areas. Now that evacuation orders have been lifted, owners returning to the area are asked to assume feeding and care of their animals. … Continued

All Remaining Evacuation Orders Lifted for the Camp Fire Area

On, Saturday 12/15/2018 beginning at 9:00 AM, all remaining evacuation orders for the Town of Paradise (Zones 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13) and the unincorporated area of Butte County (Morgan Ridge B Zone) will be lifted for residents only for 24 hours. Residents will need to show identification … Continued

Target Date for Closure Announced for Temporary Animal Shelters

Butte County Animal Control (BCAC) has announced a transition plan and target date for closure of the temporary animal shelters that were established for the Camp Fire on November 8, 2018. The target date for closure of the animal shelters is Friday, January 4th. Reunification specialists available to assist animal owners identify long-term sheltering. Understandably, … Continued

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