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Summer Fire Restrictions 2024 Media Release
On Monday, June 10, 2024, the CALFIRE AEU Unit suspended burn permits for the season, and on Monday, June 17, 2024, CALFIRE NEU followed suit, resulting in full suspension of residential burn permits in the Tahoe Basin. These are the triggers that prompt North Tahoe Fire Protection District, Meeks Bay Fire Protection District, and Alpine Springs CWD jurisdictions to activate local fire restrictions by suspending all solid fuel recreational fires and open burning…
Environmental Improvement Program 2024
On Thursday, May 16, from 6:00-7:00 PM, join Environmental Improvement Program partners for the latest on projects happening near you. Learn about the Incline Meadow Restoration Project, local fuel reduction projects, Sand Harbor Master Plan Update, and more, plus how to stay engaged on all these initiatives
Wildfire Preparedness Workshop 2024
On Saturday, June 1, 2024, we are participating in the Community Wildfire Preparedness Workshop again and we are looking forward to a great turnout! This event is being organized by the Tahoe Resource Conservation District...
Burn Permits Required May 1st, 2024
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit has announced effective at 8:00 am, Wednesday, May 1, 2024, all hazard reduction burning will require a permit in Nevada, Yuba, Placer and Sierra Counties.
Burn permits must now be obtained online at https://burnpermit.fire.ca.gov/. Applicants can access the website to obtain a burn permit which involves watching a short educational video and submitting an application.