Updated: 9:11 am, July 16, 2021
211 NorCal is no longer updating this webpage. The most current incident information and operation maps are available at https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7587/.
Previous Evacuation Orders and Warnings have been lifted.
RESOURCES FOR FIRE SURVIVORS:
- To find resources, please visit: 211norcal.org/salt-fire-resources.
GENERAL FIRE INFORMATION:
- On June 30th at approximately 2pm, firefighters responded to the #Salt Fire burning off Gilman Road and Coal Creek Road in Lakehead area, North of Shasta Lake City in Shasta County.
- CA Department of Forestry and Fire Protection is assisting the Shasta Trinity National Forest with this incident.
- The most current incident information and daily operation maps are available at: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7587/.
- Check local air quality at www.co.shasta.ca.us/index/drm/air-quality/wildfire-smoke and AirNow.Gov.
- Smoke map: Fire.AirNow.Gov
- Reminder to not fly drones: 211norcal.org/do-not-fly-drones-near-wildfires
EVACUATIONS:
#SaltFire EVACUATION UPDATE: As of 4 pm all Evacuation WARNINGS and road closures are being lifted. There are no longer any active Evacuation orders or warnings.
ROAD CLOSURES:
- Previous closures due to the Salt Fire have been lifted.
REOPENING:
Residents are urged to review information from Shasta County’s Environmental Health Division regarding health and safety notices relevant to the Salt Fire. https://www.co.shasta.ca.us/index/drm/ehd…
Upon returning, to get your power restored, call PG&E at 800-743-5000 Option 3, then option 4, so PG&E can connect you with power or provide you with a generator.
Please watch for damage and workers on roadways.
EVACUATION SHELTER:
- The American Red Cross shelter at Central Valley High School closed on July 8, 2021, at 5 pm.
EVACUATED ANIMAL SHELTER:
- Pawz for a Cause can shelter small dogs, cats, parrots and reptiles. They may be able find placements for large animals but it may take some time. Please call Janie at (530) 524-2327
OFFICIAL INFORMATION SOURCES FOR UPDATES:
- Twitter: @CalFireSHU
- Twitter:@ShastaTrinityNF
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/ShastaSheriff/
SIGN UP FOR ALERTS:
- CodeRED Emergency Alert System: Public safety agencies encourage Shasta County residents to register your cell phone with CodeRED so that you 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 website for information and to register: public.coderedweb.com/CNE/en-US/BFBDCA5E730B
BE PREPARED:
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
For more information, please visit: 211norcal.org/emergency-preparedness or www.readyforwildfire.org
FIRE SURVIVOR ASSISTANCE:
- 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.
