Always dial 9-1-1 in an emergency.
NTFPD provides the highest level of fire and safety, ems, fire prevention, and public education to communities we serve.
#RedFlagWarning
for the greater
#Tahoe
area from 12pm to 8pm today.
ALL OUTDOOR OPEN FLAME BANNED during the warning, including propane/gas burning devices outside of your home. Thank you for using extreme caution during these critical fire weather events.
Catastrophic wildfires serve as a wake-up call for public officials to improve water infrastructure for modern fire standards.
#SpecialDistricts
Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District (
@metrofirepio
), Sacramento Suburban Water District, and North Tahoe Public Utility District
Our ReadyPlacer Dashboard is available on your smartphone, computer or tablet. We have you covered with current incidents, road and weather conditions, power outage info and more. Stay informed and stay ready, at home or on the go.
Snow is already ongoing over the Sierra and is not expected to let up through the weekend. Your safe travel window is over in the Sierra - best to hunker down where you are.
Precip arrives to W NV by late afternoon/evening with snow levels dropping below valley floors overnight.
An important part of being prepared is to always have a Plan A, B and C. Be
#ReadyForWhatever
at all times! Halter Project provides FREE downloadables, tips and guides for people and animals. Just visit our website:
#NowHiring
! If you enjoy the
#outdoors
and sharing information with residents on ways to keep communities more resilient to
#wildfire
, then we've got the job for you! North Tahoe Fire is recruiting Seasonal Defensible Space Inspectors. Visit to learn more
High avalanche danger today! Visit for the latest advisories and always . . .
🔹Travel with a Buddy
🔹Monitor Conditions/Weather
🔹View Safety Tips:
🔹Park Legally/Safely
#avalanchecountry
#knowbeforeyougo
Prescribed burning continues this week, conditions & weather permitting. Smoke will be present. Read more at .
🔸Air Quality:
🔸Rx Fire Map:
🔸Fire/Smoke Map:
@TahoeLWF
#prescribedfire
Pile burning resumes this week in the Carnelian Woods area Thursday and Friday. Smoke may be present for up to 7 days, however incoming winds and precipitation should minimize impacts.
For more information on wildfire risk reduction projects, visit .
High avalanche danger today! Visit for the latest advisories and always . . .
🔹Travel with a Buddy
🔹Monitor Conditions/Weather
🔹View Safety Tips at
🔹Park Legally/Safely
#avalanchecountry
#knowbeforeyougo
Expect to see
#smoke
in the Basin this week as conditions for
#PrescribedFire
may align for pile burning at Sugar Pine State Park and Carnelian Canyon.
The Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team is taking action year-round to protect lives, property, and the environment within the Lake Tahoe Basin from wildfire.
Photo: Rich Adams
Tens of millions of homes in the US alone are at risk of burning down due to wildfire. However, there are several steps homeowners can take to help reduce that risk. Learn more:
Knowing 2 ways out is an important piece of your home fire escape plan. Download Sparky's new fire safety maze to help spark conversation in your family.