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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — The Clearlake Police Department said a pedestrian died on Wednesday night after he was struck by a vehicle.
The crash occurred shortly before 8:45 p.m. at Highway 53 and Dam Road, according to radio traffic.
Police Chief Andrew White told Lake County News that a 29-year-old Clearlake man died following the crash.
Based on the initial information police had on Wednesday night, the pedestrian was crossing the roadway in the crosswalk, wearing dark clothing, when he was hit, White said.
White said the female driver told police she had the green light and tried to swerve when she saw the man, but was unable to react quickly enough.
The driver has been cooperative with the investigation, White said.
Police closed down the southbound lane of Highway 53 at Dam Road from just before 9:30 p.m. to shortly before 11 p.m. while the investigation took place, and asked motorists to take an alternate route from Dam Road Extension to Lake Street to exit the city.
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LAKEPORT, Calif. — The city of Lakeport is continuing the work to prepare for construction of its new downtown Lakefront Park.
The 6.9-acre park will be built at 800 N. Main St.
It’s being funded by a $5.9 million grant the city received from the California Department of Parks and Recreation in 2020.
The next phase of work began this week and included the demolition of the old sidewalk along the North Main Street frontage of the future park.
New concrete sidewalks will be installed soon after the demolition work is complete, officials said.
The public is asked to drive with caution in the construction zone area.
An alternative pedestrian access on the east side of North Main Street will be provided in the evenings and on weekends when there are no construction activities.
Construction plans for the new park are nearing completion.
The Lakeport Public Works Department expects to solicit construction bids no later than December 2021.
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Since the pandemic started, people seem to have become increasingly comfortable talking about their mental health.
Yet, the topic of suicide — when it comes up — is still scary to think about.
Some may fear that checking in with someone they suspect is having suicidal thoughts might put the idea in their head, or even push the individual to take their life.
Those who want to help may also worry they won’t know what to say or do if the person says, “Yes, I am thinking about suicide.”
We can all help prevent suicide.
“Suicidal ideation, although common, should not be considered normal, and can point to more serious mental health issues,” said Todd Metcalf, director of Lake County Behavioral Health Services.
Each one of us must consider our mental health. Especially during these unusual and challenging times, it’s important to take a deeper look into what someone may be experiencing, and seek help together.
As we learn more about the causes of suicide and the ways people can help prevent it, and what resources are out there, we can empower our communities to appropriately respond.
There are many simple activities one can do to encourage wellness and reduce stress during difficult times.
Do what works, and do not be afraid to try something new.
Here are some self-care activities one can practice to help focus on well-being:
· Set goals each day and create a daily routine;
· Develop a gratitude list;
· Express feelings;
· Get plenty of sleep and rest;
· Ask for help;
· Watch a favorite show or movie;
· Create a safe and comfortable living space.
Please join Lake County Behavioral Health Services in helping to raise public awareness of this stigmatized and often taboo subject.
Suicide can stem from untreated mental health conditions, and help is available, right here in Lake County.
For more information, please contact Lake County Behavioral Health Services at 707-274-9101 or 707-994-7090.
If in crisis, please call 800-900-2075 or the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-TALK (8255).
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California agencies combating the spread of invasive quagga and zebra mussels are reminding boaters to remain cautious over Labor Day weekend.
Quagga and zebra mussels are invasive freshwater mussels native to Europe and Asia.
They multiply quickly, encrust watercraft and infrastructure, alter water quality and the aquatic food web and ultimately impact native and sport fish communities.
These mussels spread from one waterbody to another by attaching to watercraft, equipment and nearly anything that has been in an infested waterbody.
To prevent the spread of these mussels and other aquatic invasive species, people launching vessels at any waterbody are subject to watercraft inspections and are strongly encouraged to clean, drain and dry their motorized and non-motorized boats, including personal watercraft, and any equipment that contacts the water before and after use.
“Adult quagga mussels were discovered in Castaic Lake in Los Angeles County in August 2021. This detection is a reminder of how important it is to clean, drain, and dry your watercraft and equipment after every use to avoid spreading invasive species and help conserve California’s irreplaceable plant, fish and wildlife resources,” said California Department of Fish and Wildlife Invasive Species Program Manager Martha Volkoff.
Take the following steps both before traveling to and before leaving a waterbody to prevent spreading invasive mussels, improve the efficiency of your inspection experience, and safeguard California waterways:
Clean: Inspect exposed surfaces and remove all plants and organisms.
Drain: All water, including water contained in lower outboard units, live-wells and bait buckets; and
Dry: Allow the watercraft to thoroughly dry between launches. Watercraft should be kept dry for at least five days in warm weather and up to 30 days in cool weather.
CDFW has developed a brief video demonstrating the ease of implementing the clean, drain and dry prevention method. Additional information is available on the Division of Boating and Waterways website.