Dixie Fire

PG&E reaches settlement agreements with a group of district attorneys, avoiding criminal prosecution in last year’s Dixie Fire. Also, a CapRadio investigation finds a California wildfire prevention program hasn’t completed a single project, and more rain and snow is forecast in the North State.

In late 2019, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a new program to dramatically speed up the state’s wildfire prevention work. But an investigation from CapRadio and The California Newsroom found the program hasn’t resulted in a single completed project.

Low snowpack levels at the Klamath National Forest could affect nearby communities. Also, the Plumas County Library in Greenville aims to help with Dixie Fire recovery, and lawmakers in the Sacramento area want to speed up homeless encampment removals.

Regulators approved “seriously deficient” fire prevention plans, including from PG&E, which sparked California’s deadliest wildfire, state auditor says.

A rally honored the memory of Desmond Phillips, who was killed by Chico police five years ago. Also, Dixie Fire recovery groups explore the possibility of a “pop-up business district” in Greenville, and state water officials test solar panels over irrigation canals.

Dixie Fire structural debris has been removed from a majority of properties. Also, officials worry about a firefighter shortage as wildfire season approaches, and a bill that would ban insurers from charging out-of-pocket costs for abortions heads to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk.

California announces water allocation cutbacks for State Water Project contractors. Also, the Plumas County sheriff is exploring video security options following the Dixie Fire, and Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes funding to tribes for environmental initiatives.

Shasta County Supervisor Mary Rickert voted out of vice chair position. Also, crews continue to clear properties of fire debris in Plumas County to pave the way for homeowners to rebuild, and thousands attend annual Bok Kai Festival in Marysville.

Dixie Fire survivors surveyed on how they feel about returning to the area. Also, the African American Family & Cultural Center (AAFCC) in Oroville is hosting a block party Saturday to celebrate Black History Month and after weeks of mild temperatures, cold weather has returned to the North State.

Following massively destructive wildfires in the North State last year, there was concern among state wildlife officials that the small California gray wolf population may have been seriously reduced in burned-over areas.