The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, August 2.
In today’s episode:
- Some question whether a prescribed burn could have prevented Park Fire, but Chico’s fire chief says it’s not that simple — Erik Adams, NSPR
- Park Fire evacuees share their experiences — Alec Stutson, NSPR
- Changes in weather pose a concern for the Park Fire — Ava Norgrove and Ken Devol, NSPR
- Man charged with starting the Park Fire appears in court a second time — Ken Devol, NSPR
NSPR is producing daily special coverage about the Park Fire. Find all of our special coverage on our website, tune in to NSPR weekdays at 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., or subscribe to our Headlines podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and the NPR App.
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Today we hear from Zeke Lunder, fire analyst and founder of the-lookout.org, about the parallels of the Park Fire and Dixie Fire that hit the North State three years ago. Both took off quickly, then went somewhat dormant. But the Dixie Fire ended up flaring up again, going on a “rampage” about two weeks later. The Park Fire has been less active the past few days, but a changing weather pattern has officials concerned for tomorrow and the weekend.
In case you missed it:
- Returning residents warned about possible active hotspots from Park Fire near homes — NSPR
- Officials say don’t go into areas under evacuation order — NSPR
- Water services shut off for dozens of Forest Ranch residents ahead of toxic chemical testing — NSPR
- Concerning weather conditions start tomorrow near the Park Fire — NSPR
- Residents impacted by Park Fire may be eligible for aid through their insurance — NSPR
- Forest Ranch residents return home after being evacuted — NSPR
- Local assistance center to open in Chico next week — NSPR
- Animal disaster group shelters 170 animals during Park Fire — NSPR
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