Lava Fire - Siskiyou County

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Evacuation Orders and Warnings have been lifted.

Use this link to access a map with the latest official evacuations and road closures: https://arcg.is/1CrfH40

The most current incident information and operation maps are available at https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7581/

Lava Fire Story Map
A joint command of CAL FIRE and the Shasta Trinity National Forest Service are responding to the #Lava Fire outside of Weed.
The Office of Emergency Services (OES) urges all residents to remain out of all the evacuated areas, and stay clear of the current road closures.
Use this link to access a map with the latest official evacuations and road closures: https://arcg.is/1CrfH40
The most current incident information and daily operation maps are available at: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7581/
Check local air quality here: AirNow.Gov
Smoke Map: Fire.AirNow.Gov
Overwatch map: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/photos/CASHF/2021-06-26-1633-Lava/picts/2021_07_03-10.44.44.608-CDT.jpeg
National Forest Closures

For the most up to date evacuation information access the interactive map here: Official Evacuation Map

Get evacuation notifications by registering with Code Red CLICK HERE FOR CODE RED

The American Red Cross Shelter has been closed at this time.
Evacuated large animals can be taken to the Siskiyou County fairgrounds, 1712 Fairlane Rd, Yreka, CA 96097 (530) 842-2767 Large Animal entrance will be on Sharps Road, Yreka
Cat shelter located at 431 Knapp St. Yreka, in the Poultry Building of the Old Gym at Yreka High School. The building is between the Yreka High School Stadium and Newton Park.
Dogs can be taken to Rescue Ranch, 2216 E Oberlin Rd, Yreka, CA 96097 (530) 842-0829
- This evacuation shelter will be closing on July 14th, 2021. All animals must be picked up before that date.

7/16/21: RE-OPENED – Everitt Memorial Highway is closed at McBride Springs.

Use this link to access a map with the latest official evacuations and road closures: https://arcg.is/1CrfH40

For the most up-to-date information from Caltrans, visit:

Shasta Trinity National Forest Updates: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7581/
Twitter: @SiskiyouOES
@CALFIRESKU
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SiskiyouCountySheriff/
Fire Information Line: (530) 628-0039 (8 am to 9 pm daily), Email: 2021.Lava@firenet.gov

CodeRED Emergency Alert System: Public safety agencies encourage Siskiyou County residents to register their cell phone with CodeRED so that they can be notified of an emergency situation, such as for evacuations during a fire. (Landlines are automatically notified, but cell phones are not – until you register.) Visit the website for information and to register: www.co.siskiyou.ca.us/emergencyservices/page/codered-emergency-alert
Direct Code Red Sign up https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/en-US/6F327CCDFFFD

What to bring with you when you evacuate (time permitting):

Your identification
Your medications/prescriptions
Any important documents you might have or need (birth certificates, marriage certificates, insurance policies etc.)
Any emergency supplies you need, including food and water for a minimum of three days
Clothes and toiletries
Pets and pet supplies

People who find themselves displaced or evacuated from their homes due to the fire should first contact the Red Cross. The Red Cross will help set up a claim and direct to programs that can help in this time of need. Call 855-755-7711.
Evacuees are also encouraged to register at: safeandwell.org. The American Red Cross Safe and Well Website is a way for people affected by a disaster to enter information regarding their welfare so that family and friends can check their status.

Lava Fire – Siskiyou County