How to resolve AdBlock issue? 
News
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Firefighters were able to contain a small wildland fire that broke out within the Mendocino National Forest on Wednesday evening.
The Bartlett Fire was located east of Bartlett Springs toward the Indian Valley area.
Mendocino National Forest spokesperson Tamara Schmidt said the fire was first reported at 5:35 p.m. Wednesday.
Schmidt said Cal Fire initially took the lead as it was believed that the fire was in the State Responsibility Area in Indian Valley.
However, at about 9 p.m. Wednesday it was transitioned to the Mendocino National Forest’s responsibility after it became clear the fire was located within the forest, she said.
Altogether, the fire was fully contained at approximately 4.3 acres, Schmidt said.
“It’s currently in patrol status and likely will be for the next few days,” Schmidt said Thursday evening.
Forest officials are urging visitors to be careful with fire in light of the season’s dry conditions.
Last month the Mill Fire burned nearly 30,000 acres on the Colusa County side of the forest, as Lake County News has reported.
Schmidt said the forest remains under fire restrictions, which it entered on Friday, July 13.
Under those restrictions, fires, campfires, charcoal fires or stoves are prohibited on the Mendocino National Forest unless in the designated recreation sites in the Grindstone, Upper Lake and Covelo ranger districts.
Also prohibited is smoking except within an enclosed vehicle or in the designated recreation sites, welding or operating an acetylene or other torch with an open flame, using explosives, or possessing, discharging or using any kind of fireworks, officials reported.
Email Elizabeth Larson at
CLEARLAKE, Calif. – A small wildland fire was quickly contained in Clearlake Thursday.
The fire was reported shortly before 4 p.m. behind the Meadowood Nursing Center, located on Dexter Lane.
Lake County Fire Protection District and Cal Fire responded, according to radio reports.
The fire was limited to a quarter acre, according to Lake County Fire Chief Willie Sapeta.
He said at one point the fire started spotting in trees, but they were able to knock the fire out before it took off.
“We got pretty lucky there,” he said.
He said the fire appeared suspicious; the cause is under investigation.
Email Elizabeth Larson at
LAKEPORT, Calif. – This friendly female gray and white tabby is at the county’s animal shelter, waiting for a new home.
Her estimated age is 2 years.
She has gold eyes, a short coat and has not yet been spayed.
Find her in cat room kennel No. 46, ID No. 33740.
To fill out an adoption application online visit http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control/Adopt/Dog___Cat_Adoption_Application.htm .
Lake County Animal Care and Control is located at 4949 Helbush in Lakeport, next to the Hill Road Correctional Facility.
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday. The shelter is open from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Visit the shelter online at http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control.htm .
For more information call Lake County Animal Care and Control at 707-263-0278.
Email Elizabeth Larson at
LAKEPORT, Calif. – The Lakeport Police Department said Thursday that it’s investigating the theft of an American Indian ceremonial basket from the Lake County Museum.
Linda Lake, the curator for the museum – located at 255 N. Main St. – reported the basket was discovered missing from its display case at around 10 a.m. Thursday, July 26. It was reported to Lakeport Police later that afternoon, according to Lakeport Police Sgt. Kevin Odom.
Odom said the exact time frame of the theft is being investigated.
The missing basket is approximately 6 to 8 centimeters in size and made of mallard feathers, meadowlark feathers, quail plumes and shell beads, police reported. Its estimated value is more than $1,000.
The Lakeport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance with locating the stolen basket.
Anyone with information regarding its whereabouts should contact the Lakeport Police at 707-263-5491.
LAKEPORT, Calif. – Need a new pal?
This friendly gray male tabby is waiting to meet you.
When visiting with him, he presents himself as a friendly, calm cat, who enjoys chin rubs and attention.
Estimates on his age have ranged between 1 and 3 years.
He’s got a medium-length gray and black striped coat, weighs just over 7 pounds and has been neutered. Plus, he has extra toes.
He’s in cat room kennel No. 11, ID No. 33504. Shelter staff also have given him special billing by placing him up front in the lobby area where he’s available to visit with new friends.
To fill out an adoption application online visit http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control/Adopt/Dog___Cat_Adoption_Application.htm .
Lake County Animal Care and Control is located at 4949 Helbush in Lakeport, next to the Hill Road Correctional Facility.
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday. The shelter is open from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Visit the shelter online at http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control.htm .
For more information call Lake County Animal Care and Control at 707-263-0278.
Email Elizabeth Larson at
When a child is abducted, every second counts.
Since July 2002, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) has been responsible for the swift coordination of the state’s AMBER Alert Program, which has has led to the safe recovery of 235 children.
“This remarkable accomplishment is a reflection of the hard work and partnerships established between the public, the state’s broadcasters, Caltrans, the National Weather Service, the California Lottery and law enforcement agencies throughout the state,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “Everyone involved plays an important role in the successful location of a child.”
Equally impressive as the state’s AMBER Alert success rate is the growth of the program since it originated.
In addition to getting the word out through broadcasters and Changeable Message Signs on the highway, notifications of an AMBER Alert are now made via social media, wireless communication and the California Lottery. This represents an important expansion of the secondary distribution system and dramatically increases the reach and impact of these lifesaving bulletins.
The AMBER Alert network originated in Texas more than 16 years ago after 9-year-old Amber Hagerman was abducted and murdered.
The AMBER Alert system, which is designed to help recover missing or abducted children, was later developed and named in her honor.
AMBER stands for “America’s Missing: Broadcast Emergency Response.”
California introduced the AMBER Alert concept in 1999 as a regional program.
The system was adopted statewide after former state Sen. George Runner, who now serves as an elected member of the State Board of Equalization, wrote the original bill in 2002 that created California’s AMBER Alert System.
“The state of California needed a system to assist in recovering our children safe and sound,” said former Sen. Runner. “I’m pleased to have been instrumental in the success of California’s AMBER Alert network.”
Today, all 50 states, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands have AMBER Alert plans.
This lifesaving program has resulted in the recovery of nearly 600 children overall; more than one-third of those cases are from California.
“Anytime an AMBER Alert is issued, my heart sinks because I know a child’s life is in danger,” added Commissioner Farrow. “I am also confident in the AMBER Alert program and know that everyone involved in the recovery process, including the public, are doing everything possible to bring that child home safely to their loved ones.”
Visit the CHP’s AMBER Alert page at http://www.chp.ca.gov/amber/Missing.php .